Dutch Spotteds lead Worcester pedigree female sale at 4900gns

The inaugural sale of pedigree female sheep at Worcester saw the Dutch Spotted breed dominate the day’s trade with a top price of 4,900gns for a ewe with a pair of lambs at foot.

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Dutch Spotteds lead Worcester pedigree female sale at 4900gns

The inaugural sale of pedigree female sheep at Worcester saw the Dutch Spotted breed dominate the day's trade with a top price of 4,900gns for a ewe with a pair of lambs at foot. Sale leader was a Beech...

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