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Diversification: Plucky young farmer turns backyard poultry enterprise into huge success

What started as a means of earning a bit of pocket money has grown into a thriving business. Young farmer Lewis Thomas has demonstrated enthusiasm, courage and determination to grow Chickwood Poultry from scratch

Chris Brayford
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Llanelli young farmer Lewis Thomas said: "Farming is incredibly challenging right now, and we are seeing many local farms disappear. But I am determined to ensure Coed Cyw Fawr, with the support of Chickwood Poultry, remains a successful and sustainable venture for years to come."
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Llanelli young farmer Lewis Thomas said: "Farming is incredibly challenging right now, and we are seeing many local farms disappear. But I am determined to ensure Coed Cyw Fawr, with the support of Chickwood Poultry, remains a successful and sustainable venture for years to come."

Age is but a number to a Welsh young farmer who has grown and developed a poultry business from scratch at his family farm. Lewis Thomas, from Coed Cyw Fawr 51AV视频in Llanelli, has been the owner of Chickwood...

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