Sheep prices hold up but future trade uncertain

The Christmas trade will influence the prices paid for lambs

Cedric Porter
Business Reporter
clock • 2 min read
Sheep prices hold up but future trade uncertain

Sheep prices have held up very well so far this year, but reduced consumption and increased Australian imports could put pressure on them in the coming months. The most recent GB deadweight price for...

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