Supreme Pup Triumph Connie and Minnie win reserve overall champion at Abington
Judge Robert Struthers awards Reserve Supreme Champion to Border Terrier pup Minnie at Abington Show. Handled by five-year-old Connie Thornborrow.
Business & Technical Editor
Patsy brings over 32 years of dedicated service to The Scottish Farmer, where she currently serves as the Business and Technical Editor.
In this role, she oversees the production and editing of articles covering a wide range of topics, including shows and sales of both pedigree and commercial livestock across Scotland, as well as key events in Ireland and south of the Border.
Within the business realm, Patsy's responsibilities extend to analysing market trends, preparing technical reports, and occasionally covering news stories. To stay abreast of industry developments, she actively participates in technical conferences and maintains close relationships with various breed societies, livestock markets, meat companies, and marketing boards.
Additionally, she plays a pivotal role in selecting and crafting the numerous farm features showcased in The Scottish Farmer.
Beyond her editorial duties, Patsy is deeply engaged in farm life, finding particular fulfillment in tending to her own pure-bred flock of Blackface sheep. Her passion for pedigree livestock extends to all aspects of her hobbies, reflecting her commitment to and immersion in the agricultural community.
Patsy brings over 32 years of dedicated service to The Scottish Farmer, where she currently serves as the Business and Technical Editor.
In this role, she oversees the production and editing of articles covering a wide range of topics, including shows and sales of both pedigree and commercial livestock across Scotland, as well as key events in Ireland and south of the Border.
Within the business realm, Patsy's responsibilities extend to analysing market trends, preparing technical reports, and occasionally covering news stories. To stay abreast of industry developments, she actively participates in technical conferences and maintains close relationships with various breed societies, livestock markets, meat companies, and marketing boards.
Additionally, she plays a pivotal role in selecting and crafting the numerous farm features showcased in The Scottish Farmer.
Beyond her editorial duties, Patsy is deeply engaged in farm life, finding particular fulfillment in tending to her own pure-bred flock of Blackface sheep. Her passion for pedigree livestock extends to all aspects of her hobbies, reflecting her commitment to and immersion in the agricultural community.
Judge Robert Struthers awards Reserve Supreme Champion to Border Terrier pup Minnie at Abington Show. Handled by five-year-old Connie Thornborrow.
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Join former Suffolk breeder Liz Lang as she rings in the Kelso Ram Sales on September 13. Don’t miss this exciting start at 10am.
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ET-bred ewe lamb from Aberdeenshire's Alan Miller steals the show at Carlisle's Beltex Beauties sale, fetching an impressive 6000gns.
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