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Blue grey cows have an important role in mixed enterprise

Although the Porter name in Scotland is synonymous with Angus Soft Fruits, few know that Willie Porter’s love of beef stock created a desire to improve the industry. Ewan Pate finds out more.

Ewan Pate
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Blue grey cows have an important role in mixed enterprise

Although the Porter name in Scotland is synonymous with Angus Soft Fruits, few know that Willie Porter's love of beef stock created a desire to improve the industry. Ewan Pate finds out more. Most farms...

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