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23-year-old Carlisle farmer takes on 'once-in-a-lifetime' dairy contract

Jordan Duddy has taken on the role of contract farmer at SRUC’s Acrehead dairy farm after a competitive selection process

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Jordan Duddy, 23-year-old farmer from Carlisle has taken on the role of contract farmer at SRUC's Acrehead dairy farm. The appointment is part of SRUC's commitment to cultivating the next generation of...

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