Trio of breeds adds value to Cumbrian dairy farm

A mix of Holstein, British Friesian and Viking Red breeds has proved beneficial for the Blamire family who farm near Carlisle

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Left to right: Tom, Gillian, Ian, Emma and Amy.
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Left to right: Tom, Gillian, Ian, Emma and Amy.

Situated in the hamlet of Whinnow, near Carlisle, Mid Whinnow Farm is home to Ian and Gillian Blamire, who farm together with their three children, Tom (24), Amy (26) and Emma (28). The Blamire family...

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