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How to become a livestock auctioneer: "The buzz of a good sale is hard to beat"

From early work experience in a livestock market to more than 25 years in the rostrum, auctioneer Meg Elliott explains why selling livestock remains a rewarding career

Tom Ryder
clock 鈥� 7 min read
How to become a livestock auctioneer: "The buzz of a good sale is hard to beat"

Livestock auctioneers sit at the heart of Britain's auction marts, driving trade and connecting farmers with buyers week in, week out. For many young people interested in agriculture, however, the path...

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