Dairy farmers are being advised to take surplus stock to live auction markets to ensure the best possible prices.
Meg Elliott, pedigree dairy auctioneer for Bagshaw’s and Leek Auctions, said prices for heifers, cows and calves have remained buoyant since 2012.
“It’s worth remembering that if someone comes to your farm to buy stock then they are there for their benefit – not yours. So, unless you’re lucky, you won’t see the prices being realised at market in a private treaty deal.”
She said taking stock to market required time and effort, but this would be rewarded in the current climate.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article