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Farmers Guardian head of livestock Angela Calvert on spending time at the Great Yorkshire Show

Catch up with what's been happing in the marts this week including sales from Bentham, Worcester, Thame and Penrith

There was a strong trade at the Farmers Guardian supported Great Annual July Fair at Exeter where almost 4,000 Suffolk cross shearlings went under the hammer to average £304 with the best selling from £305-£320 and the next £285-£298

Early breeding sheep sales, dairy sales and an improved beef market indicate that there is underlying confidence in the livestock sector. Farmers Guardian’s head of livestock highlights some recent sales

Farmers on Exmoor can now more easily access health care without going to a doctor’s surgery, thanks to new health hub at a livestock market

The 167th Great Yorkshire Show will feature the best of British farming and food with traditional favourites and some new additions

There were record entries across all livestock sections over the two days of the show

There were 28 sheep of different breeds forward for the inter-breed sheep championship at the Royal Highland Show

If you are looking for a good day out in the country or want to build your network in the agriculture industry, attending an agricultural show, whether big or small, is always a good idea