Livestock & Dairy: Bakewell Market

117 Hoggs ave 395.12p/kg

Numbers drying up but all looking a good trade on the day for a generally plainer sample.  Tops of 485p/kg and £217 per head, horned types topping at 420p/kg.

Leading Prices

Averages:

Standard           To 420/kg          Ave 400.77p/kg

Medium             To 485p/kg       Ave 392.19p/kg

Heavy                 To 395p/kg       Ave 337.14p/kg

42 Cull Sheep ave £132/head

Plenty of interest in a small entry to a top of £192.

64 Store Sheep

A large gathering of prospective purchasers ensured an excellent trade for all with stronger white faced ewes sold as follows:

7 ewes with 10 lambs £308

1ewe with twins £335