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We also began performance recording and selective breeding in our ewes to steadily improve flock genetics and future productivity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67654e1138e3af64cabe2dd4/2fa89a82-c11b-4884-819e-6d363e600b31/Strete+Farm+Cows.jpeg Journal - Our first year on the land - Growing our herd June 2025 We purchased 44 cows and heifers, Pedigree South Devons, from Malcolm Broome as he retired his herd, giving us a strong foundation for our cattle enterprise. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67654e1138e3af64cabe2dd4/aa42979e-1d1e-4f95-8925-abfd8be2e379/Strete+Farm+Haymaking+Tractor.jpeg Journal - Our first year on the land - Haymaking June - July 2025 We cut and made hay to meet our winter feed needs, helping us stay self-sufficient and reduce reliance on bought-in forage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67654e1138e3af64cabe2dd4/1ea3a15e-8ac3-434b-ae93-7c52b64e2a19/Strete+Farm+Selling+Beef.jpeg Journal - Our first year on the land - Beef to table August 2025 We sold the remainder of the beef directly to customers, strengthening relationships and gaining valuable feedback. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67654e1138e3af64cabe2dd4/ec98b286-a041-4059-8710-b5815002834e/Strete+Farm+Livestock+troughs+and+pipeword.jpg Journal - Our first year on the land - Improving our infrastructure For our capital options, we applied for support to plant new hedges, install 28 km of sheep netting and upgrade livestock troughs and pipework. 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