Rescued pig pair join regen revolution

Rare breeds Tango and Sprite put to work at their new home

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Mangalitza pigs Tango and Sprite get to work at their new Surrey home
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Mangalitza pigs Tango and Sprite get to work at their new Surrey home

Two rare Mangalitza pigs are the latest pair to join the regen revolution after being rescued by a Surrey farm. Tango and Sprite have made the move to the Countryside Regeneration Trust's Pierrepont...

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