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Gamechanger beef scheme strengthens Breconshire cattle system

A traditional livestock system has benefited from the addition of a calf scheme, providing a new aspect and financial security to the Breconshire farm

Ellie Layton
Livestock Specialist
clock • 6 min read
Gamechanger beef scheme strengthens Breconshire cattle system

Farming is a family affair at Lower Pontgwilyn Farm, which lies at the foot of the Brecon Beacons. This is where Trevor Walters and his partner Annie Lewis have farmed since 1991, and now run a partnership...

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