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29^th May 2020 Trade Talk from Jess Maynard, Stags – Spring lamb trade has sprung As spring progresses and remaining old season lambs come to an end, we have seen a huge influx in new season lambs, much faster than normally anticipated. Honiton Collection Centre in East Devon and South Molton Livestock Market in North Devon have seen a near double increase in lambs being presented week on week, year... Read the full article

30^th April 2020 WLAA Chairman Rhys Davies appointed to Hybu Cig Cymru Board Dolgellau Livestock Market chief executive takes seat on HCC board to drive development, promotion and marketing of Welsh red meat sector Rhys Davies, the chief executive of Farmers Marts (RG Jones) Ltd and chairman of the Welsh Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (WLAA), has been appointed as a non-executive director to... Read the full article

21^st April 2020 LAA statement on the sales of breeding animals Due to the adjustments that have been implemented to the operations of livestock markets in England and Wales, and the demonstrable adherence to social distancing procedures, the Livestock Auctioneers’ Association has agreed with Defra and Welsh Government that some sales of breeding animals can be carried out within these... Read the full article

14^th April 2020 Technology helping to keep livestock trade moving during exceptional circumstances LAA welcomes online platforms to support livestock trade during coronavirus pandemic In line with its commitment to support the UK livestock sector and maintain the food supply chain during the evolving coronavirus crisis, the Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) welcomes two new online platforms that are helping to... Read the full article

25^th March 2020 CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) GUIDANCE TO MEMBERS AND FARMERS The LAA appreciates that members and their clients are being very supportive and understanding over the market restrictions that have and continue to be implemented. However, the health of the country needs us to be even more proactive. We MUST understand that in this time of national crisis there are two main priorities: First... Read the full article

20^th March 2020 Positive livestock auction market throughput figures released for England and Wales Throughput figures show healthy picture and good demand during challenging year Throughput figures from the livestock auction mart system, released this month by the Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA), demonstrate a strong support and demand for the red-meat sector. The figures demonstrate a strong trade throughout... Read the full article

19^th March 2020 Auction marts open for business following latest guidance, says Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) The Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) has confirmed that auction marts are open for business, as it announces its latest guidance updates amid the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak. The LAA is in regular dialogue with Government to ensure auction marts continue to operate in a way that is not detrimental to human... Read the full article

18^th March 2020 Update for members amid Coronavirus (Covid-19) escalation The LAA is in regular dialogue with Government to ensure auction marts continue to operate in a way that is not detrimental to human health during the developing coronavirus situation, and we are monitoring the situation on an hourly basis to ensure marts do not become sites of concern for farmers. Following a meeting... Read the full article

13^th March 2020 LAA issues guidance to members amid Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak The Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) has to date had no reports of any concerns relating to Coronavirus (COVID-19), and as such it is business as usual, following the necessary precautions and UK Government guidance. We are maintaining regular contact with all of our member companies, ensuring adequate facilities... Read the full article

27^th February 2020 LAA Manifesto | The Value of Livestock Auction Marts to British Farming The Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) is the national organisation representing auctioneering firms that occupy and run the livestock auction markets of England and Wales. The LAA takes steps to develop the system of selling livestock through auction markets, and to enhance the throughput and turnover of markets,... Read the full article

7^th February 2020 Trade Talk - Mr R (Robert) Addision MRICS FLAA - Hexham & Northern Marts 2020 has started well with all classes of stock selling well in the market place. Prime sheep have been excellent reflected in a national SQQ average of 2.09p/kilo being up 23ppkg or £9.75 on the year. Cast ewes have seen an even more animated demand with continental bred sorts regularly breaking the £100 barrier whilst... Read the full article

5^th February 2020 Expansion Plans at Livestock Auctioneers’ Association at ‘Exciting Time for Livestock Industry’ At one of the most exciting and crucial periods for the UK livestock industry, the Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) has this week announced expansion plans as it continues to play a leading role in representing the UK sector both in home and international markets. Heavily involved in all aspects of the UK livestock... Read the full article

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