Aberdeen-Angus breed looks to the future as it reflects on major milestone

With this year marking the 150th edition of The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society herd book, we find out about the breed’s rich heritage and ambitions for the future

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Aberdeen-Angus breed looks to the future as it reflects on major milestone

For a breed which started in the north east of Scotland, Aberdeen-Angus genetics have spread to all corners of the globe. Pioneering breeders such as Hugh Watson of Keillor and William McCombie of...

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