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Free-range pig enterprise delivers real farm to fork journey

For one Yorkshire pig farmer, gaining control of the supply chain was key in driving her free-range pig enterprise forward and diversifying into a butchery, farm shop and cafe

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In 2007, Ms Longthorp established her own brand, Anna's Happy Trotters, to gain control of theÌýsupply chain.ÌýÌý
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In 2007, Ms Longthorp established her own brand, Anna's Happy Trotters, to gain control of theÌýsupply chain.ÌýÌý

Hailing from her family farm near Howden, East Yorkshire, Anna Longthorp has always had a passion for all things pigs. A passion which has seen her establish multiple businesses and achieve a real...

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