Tree planting drives hill flock dispersals

Tree planting and rewilding are driving an increase in dispersals of hill flocks, according to Longtown auctioneer John Walton.

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Tree planting drives hill flock dispersals

Tree planting and rewilding are driving an increase in dispersals of hill flocks, according to Longtown auctioneer John Walton. Mr Walton toldFarmers Guardianstronger breeding sheep have sold well,...

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