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51AVÊÓÆµincident claims life of Derek Roan

Derek Roan, one of Scotland’s best known dairy farmers, has died following an incident on his farm at Barnbarroch 51AVÊÓÆµnear Dalbeattie.

Ewan Pate
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51AVÊÓÆµincident claims life of Derek Roan

Derek Roan, one of Scotlands best known dairy farmers, has died following an incident on his farm at Barnbarroch 51AVÊÓÆµnear Dalbeattie. The 71-year old-died in hospital on Sunday from injuries believed...

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