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Article: Farming life: Limousin making the grade on Limavady suckler farm.(News)
- Article from:
- The News Letter (Belfast, Northern Ireland)
- Article date:
- November 4, 2000
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BROTHERS Leslie and Richard Allison run a commercial suckler enterprise at Limavady, under the shadow of the County Londonderry landmark, Eagle Rock.
The 600-acre farm is made up of sandy soil, which is not suitable for cropping, but ideal for carrying livestock all year round.
They have been keen supporters of the Limousin breed for over 15 years, and their 200- cow herd comprises mainly Limousin/Angus and Limousin/Simmental cows.
"We have found that the Limousin cows are ideal for our farming system. They are medium-sized and hold their flesh ...