In your field: Thomas Carrick - 'It is sad to see the social aspects gone from marts'

Sales season is in full swing and it is great to be experiencing some of the best trading conditions that I can remember.

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In your field: Thomas Carrick - 'It is sad to see the social aspects gone from marts'

Sales season is in full swing and it is great to be experiencing some of the best trading conditions that I can remember. High demand for all types of sheep is brewing confidence throughout the industry...

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