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Rare Breed Survival Trust's gene bank goes from strength to strength

The collection and storage of genetic material from rare native livestock breeds is an important part of the Rare Breeds survival Trust's rare breeds conservation strategy

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Rare Breed Survival Trust's gene bank goes from strength to strength

The livestock gene bank is continually developed and maintained thanks to support from Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) members and donors. Christopher Price, RBST chief executive, says this gene bank...

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