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The challenges of sheep farming in the Scottish Highlands

John Matheson and his family farm in the Scottish Highlands and while keen to preserve their traditional system, they are open to change to secure a sustainable future for their business.

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The challenges of sheep farming in the Scottish Highlands

John Matheson and his family farm in the Scottish Highlands and while keen to preserve their traditional system, they are open to change to secure a sustainable future for their business. Wendy Short reports....

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