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Sheep trekking diversification improves quality of life for Somerset farming family

A Somerset family has established a business which works around their lifestyle. Mia Willemsen finds out more

Mia Willemsen
News and business reporter
clock 鈥� 5 min read
Sheep trekking and other on-farm diversification ideas has opened up opportunities for the Matravers family
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Sheep trekking and other on-farm diversification ideas has opened up opportunities for the Matravers family

The simple yet clever idea to create a business by walking sheep has allowed the Matravers family to better manage their farm, finances and family life. Situated in the Blackdown Hills, the 81-hectare...

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