Beef Shorthorn bulls met a high of 21,000gns in the first Stirling February showcase. With 47 bulls sold and a clearance rate of 66 per cent, the trade averaged £7,491, up £1,794 on the year
See what has been happening in the sales ring this week
At the Farmers Guardian supported Diamond Delights sale trade topped at 5,000gns for an in-lamb Bluefaced Leicester shearling from Martyn Archer’s Carry House flock, Wark
Despite the ongoing reduction of the national suckler herd, there is optimism within the industry that trade will be strong at Stirling bull sales next month. Angela Calvert reports
Catch up on the latest trade from livestock marts across the country
Topping the British Blue Cattle Society sale at Carlisle at 14,000gns was Greystone Sheriff
Dairy farmer Rachel Coates will take over the role following this year’s show
Daniel Lynn looks at current trade trends
The second prize winning and reserve champion ewe hogg topped the Classy Lassies sale