It has been an interesting year weather-wise. Winter was mild here in the Borders without excessive rain, allowing for good winter crop growth. Spring was damp, which delayed spring sowing, but ensured that there was sufficient grass for newly calved cows and lambing ewes. A warm, damp May ensured a hay and silage crop; then […]
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