Livestock & Dairy: Leek Market

A fine but windy day in Leek saw a relatively strong trade throughout.

An increased entry on recent weeks for the Barren section, seeing a good trade with plenty of competition from the buyers.

A smaller entry of Lambs but a strong trade with best Lambs up to 310p/kg. A strong entry of Cull Sheep seeing the best to £150.

A good entry of Dairies seeing a top price of £2940 with all qualities and classes on better form.

More Pigs around, seeing 148 on offer meeting a strong trade throughout.

A few less Calves on offer but trade remains strong with the top of the market being £412 for a British Blue Bull.

Auctioneer:

Meg Elliott

Auctioneer and Valuer, Market Associate

Mark Elliott

Partner

Farm and dispersal sales, livestock auctioneer