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First generation sheep farmer, Hugh Guinan is building up a flock of Innovis ewes and working with local farmers to improve soil health all while juggling his full-time job. Ellie Layton reports.

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First generation sheep farmer builds flock while working full-time

First generation sheep farmer, Hugh Guinan is building up a flock of Innovis ewes and working with local farmers to improve soil health all while juggling his full-time job. Ellie Layton reports.

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First generation sheep farmer builds flock while working full-time

First generation sheep farmer, Hugh Guinan is building up a flock of Innovis ewes and working with local farmers to improve soil health  all while juggling his full-time job. Ellie Layton reports.

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