A varied market played out at the Danniverke ewe fair last Thursday, as 10,700 mainly 2-tooths and 5-year ewes went under the hammer. Return buyers featured prominently and while the top lines sold at or above 2019 levels, there was selective bidding and mixed results through the balance.
Third cuts of the 2-tooth Romney varied from $120 to $176, while Romdale made $227-$240 and Perendale, $210. A pen of 300 4-year Perendale ewes made $214.
Five-year prices varied, with second cuts of Romney at $164-$180, and third, $120-$138. The top line of Perendale made $182. Six-year Romney sold for $138-$145, and mixed-age ranged from $115 to $202.
Danniverke ewe fair 9.01
Top two lines of 2-tooth Romney ewes made $280-$282
Other good 2-tooth Romney traded at $203-$248
Top 5-year Romney held at $190-$212
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