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SMALLHOLDER SPECIAL: Niche venture adds value to Southdown wool

Wool from Jessica Cross鈥� 50-strong flock of Southdown sheep is now the basis of a growing business making high quality bedding. Jonathan Wheeler finds out more.

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SMALLHOLDER SPECIAL: Niche venture adds value to Southdown wool

Wool from Jessica Cross' 50-strong flock of Southdown sheep is now the basis of a growing business making high quality bedding. Jonathan Wheeler finds out more. Amid frustratingly poor prices for wool,...

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