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Farmers face uncertain trading future as BJP lease expires at Carmarthen Auction Mart

Carmarthen Auction Mart has ceased trading operations under Bob Jones, Prythech and Co Marts Ltd (BJP) management following the expiration of its lease, prompting fears about an uncertain trading future among farmers.

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 1 min read
Farmers face uncertain trading future as BJP lease expires at Carmarthen Auction Mart

Carmarthen Auction Mart has ceased trading operations under Bob Jones, Prythech and Co Marts Ltd (BJP) management following the expiration of its lease, prompting fears about an uncertain trading future...

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