Switching to pedigree flock pays off for Suffolk breeder

Up until eight years ago, Brandon Roth had no interest in pedigree sheep but the decision to breed his own rams brought about a change of heart. Rebecca Jordon reports

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Switching to pedigree flock pays off for Suffolk breeder

Up until eight years ago, Brandon Roth had no interest in pedigree sheep but the decision to breed his own rams brought about a change of heart. Rebecca Jordon reports Historically, Brandon Roth produced...

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