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Texel breed takes up net zero challenge

All things sustainable are a hot topic and while reducing emissions is just the tip of the iceberg, a sustainable industry balances its economic development, environmental impact, and social responsibility.

Angela Calvert
Head of Livestock, Shows and Sales
clock • 3 min read
Texel breed takes up net zero challenge

This is no different at a breed level and the Texel Sheep Society has, in recent years, been supporting a variety of initiatives, including a multi-national research group studying emissions mitigation...

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