Traditional way of farming in the Lake District provides perfect balance for nature and food production

Farming in the hills of the Lake District is not where Jennie Hill thought she would be. But after coming full circle and gaining a tenancy, she has thrown herself into the business. Emily Ashworth finds out more.

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Traditional way of farming in the Lake District provides perfect balance for nature and food production

Making a success of an upland farm is already difficult, so couple that with doing it single-handedly while raising two young children and you have got a true challenge on your hands. But Jennie Hill...

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