The report from this week’s Holsworthy market indicates a strong trade for all good meat lambs.
A similar entry was seen, with 45-46kg lambs selling to a premium. The top price was 316ppkg for a pen of 46.2kgs from C Littlejohns of Burny Cottage, Hartland. Other notable prices included 315ppkg from Mark Dymond of Hollick, Yarnscombe and Mike Down of Whitsley Barton.
A mixed entry of quality was seen, with framed lambs being highly sought after.
Author's summary: Strong trade at Holsworthy market.