Breeding British Blue bulls for AI provides key income stream for Suffolk farm

Supplying to a breeding company also influences the breeding policy and herd management strategy, say Chris and Sarah Partridge

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Chris and Sarah Partridge

Chris and Sarah Partridge have secured a niche market in the supply of British Blue AI sires to Cogent, with more than 40 bulls having featured in the company's stud portfolio since 2013. The Partridges...

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