Over 2000 sheep were penned at Te Kuiti last Wednesday and the market lifted. Store lambs had the biggest improvement as strong competition from local and outside buyers pushed some up $15-$20. The top end sold to $148-$151.50 and a large portion traded around $130-$136.
Te Kuiti sheep 19.05
Heavy prime ewes made $175-$180
Run-with-ram 2-tooth ewes sold to $164
Empty 2-tooth ewes fetched $97.50-$108
Heavy prime lambs earned $160-$174, medium $150-$157 and light $139
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