Changes to feeding regime benefits commercial flock

Making the switch to a total mixed ration has delivered significant benefits for flock health and efficiency at Lochfer Farm, of Inverdunning Farms, Bridge of Allan.

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Since joining the farming operation five years ago, Jack Shaw has been making substantial changes, including increasing the sheep flock from 200 to 800 ewes and moving from a hill-based system to low-ground...

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