Classy Lassies Bluefaced Leicesters top at 9,000gns

THE Classy Lassies show and sale of crossing type Bluefaced Leicester females at Carlisle peaked at 9,000gns but trade was selective with averages down for ewes and shearlings although up just over 400 on the year for hoggs.

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Classy Lassies Bluefaced Leicesters top at 9,000gns

THE Classy Lassies show and sale of crossing type Bluefaced Leicester females at Carlisle peaked at 9,000gns but trade was selective with averages down for ewes and shearlings although up just over £400...

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