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Strong competition around the ring

Alex Black
Deputy Editor
clock • 2 min read
Strong competition around the ring

Livestock prices remain strong and competitive as the industry heads into 2026, with the live auction system showing its worth amid an uncertain climate and declining stock numbers. That was the message...

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