United Auctions’ Stirling sheep sale saw 7072 forward, with Suffolk and Texel rams reaching £1050 and Texel store lambs topping £158.
Store lambs averaged £106.23 at United Auctions’ Islay sale of 2585 sheep, up £4.31 year on year. Charollais crosses topped the trade at £144.
UFU urges Northern Ireland dairy processors to raise base milk prices as markets strengthen, while feed, fuel, electricity and fertiliser costs rise.
Lanarkshire dairy farmer reports a challenging October harvest, quality silage, extended grazing for heifers and a strong start to winter milk production.
Scottish auction marts serve lamb lunches for Lamb for St Andrew’s Day campaign, promoting Scotch Lamb, local farmers and community celebrations on November 30.