Beef Shorthorn genetics are playing an increasing role in the Mallaber familys livestock enterprise.

A new junior female breed record of 23,000gns was set at the British Blue Cattle Society sale at Carlisle for the overall champion.

A lack of demand combined with more New Zealand lamb coming into the UK slowed the trade for hoggs last week, but this week has seen prices on the up in many markets.

Store cattle buyers were optimistic on the back of the prime trade, with a flying trade also reported in the rings.

Cull prices support prime trade. Tight supplies drive trade.

British Wool is offering young farmers an opportunity to attend a beginner shearing course, enabling YFC members to work towards a Blue Seal award.  

AT the Farmers Guardian supported show and sale of Welsh Black cattle at Dolgellau the top price was 10,000gns.

A new breed record of 35,000gns for a Texel ewe lamb was set at Carlisle when the Plasucha flock was dispersed on behalf of Robert Bennett, Meiford, Powys.

In the latest Marts The Heart Standing the Test of Time series supported by the Livestock Auctioneers Association and Shearwell Data we highlight some of the auctioneers who have shown outstanding service to their profession

Farmers Guardian looks back at some of the highlights of the year from sale rings across the UK.