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Lamb Market Booms as Autumn Auctions Approach

The first lamb-focused auction on the calendar arrives on September 5, when Hexham and Northern Marts opens its Store Lamb sale at 9:00 AM, offering a fresh batch of market‑ready lambs that set the tone for the season. Just three days later, McCulloch Agencies kicks off its weekly lamb sale in Tamworth, slated for September 8 at 1:00 PM, reinforcing the region’s reputation for regular, farmer‑to‑buyer exchanges. The momentum builds on September 9 with Hexham’s Primestock event at 9:30 AM, where Prime Lambs headline the lineup, signaling a shift toward higher‑grade genetics and premium breeding programs.

The following day, September 10, Hexham again presents Prime Lambs alongside a broader sheep offering, underscoring a sustained appetite for top‑quality lambs among 4‑H and FFA participants. While many auctions focus on prime stock, a niche yet growing segment emerges on September 18, when Hexham’s Mule Lamb sale showcases mule lambs—smaller, versatile animals that appeal to hobbyists and small‑holder farms alike. Throughout the week, Freeman Livestock maintains a steady flow of elite show lambs, catering to youth programs and competitive circuits without a fixed end date, illustrating an evergreen demand that complements the timed events.

Across these gatherings, clear trends surface: producers are emphasizing pedigree and performance traits, buyers are gravitating toward scheduled, repeat offerings that simplify planning, and a diversification of lamb types—from store‑grade to prime and mule—reflects a market that values both volume and specialization. As the autumn calendar fills, the lamb market demonstrates robust health, with each auction building on the last, delivering fresh opportunities for breeders, trainers, and rural entrepreneurs alike.

Based on 9 digest summaries · Generated September 6, 2025

Hexham and Northern Marts

September 6, 2025 —

Hexham and Northern Marts is set to host several exciting auctions in the coming weeks. On September 5, 2025, there will be a sale of Store Cattle, Cast Sheep, and Store Lambs, starting at 9:00 AM. Following this, on September 9, a Primestock sale will take place at 9:30 AM, featuring Prime Lambs, Ewes, Rams, and Cast Cows and Bulls. The Scots Gap Sale of Prime Sheep is scheduled for September 10, offering Prime Lambs and Ewes. Additionally, the Kelso Ram Sale on September 12 will showcase Texel, Bluefaced Leicester, and other Rams. Mark your calendars for the Prize Show and Sale of Mule Gimmers on September 17, and the Hexham Show and Sale of Mule Ewe Lambs on September 18. For those interested in livestock, these events promise a vibrant marketplace for quality animals. For more details and future auction dates, please visit the Hexham and Northern Marts website.

United Auctions

September 4, 2025 —

United Auctions, Scotland's leading livestock auctioneers, has an exciting lineup of upcoming sales. On September 6, 2025, they will host a Show and Sale of Scotch Mule, Chev Mule, and Blackface Ewe Lambs. Following that, on September 13, 2025, there will be a Dispersal of the Over Bow Salers herd, along with reductions of both the Rednock Salers herd and the Saltire Simmental herd, all taking place on the same day. Additionally, mark your calendars for the Ram Rendezvous on October 4, 2025, and the Stirling sale of Blackface rams and ram lambs on October 11, 2025. For those interested in a multibreed sale of rams and ram lambs, be sure to check out the event scheduled for September 25, 2025. For more details on these auctions and to stay updated on future events, visit the United Auctions website.

Elders Rural Services Bundaberg

September 4, 2025 —

Elders Rural Services Bundaberg is gearing up for exciting upcoming auctions featuring a diverse range of livestock, including beef and dairy cattle, sheep, lambs, and goats. These auctions provide an excellent opportunity for buyers and sellers in the agricultural community to connect and transact. In addition to livestock, Elders offers a variety of farm supplies and services tailored to meet the needs of rural producers. Whether you are looking for crop protection products, animal health supplies, or general merchandise, Elders has you covered. For specific auction dates and details, please visit the Elders website to stay updated on the latest offerings and opportunities.

Bentham Auction Mart

September 6, 2025 —

Bentham Auction Mart is set to host a variety of livestock auctions in the coming weeks. Every Wednesday at 11 a.m., the mart features rearing calves and weanlings, followed by feeding and cast sheep at 2:30 p.m., concluding with spring lambs and prime hoggs. Additionally, on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 10:30 a.m., there will be sales for feeding and cast cows, as well as OTM cattle. Monthly Tuesday auctions at 11 a.m. will focus on suckler breeding cattle, store cattle, and farmers' stirks. For those interested in seasonal offerings, there are fortnightly Tuesday sales of store lambs at 10:30 a.m. and weekly Wednesday sales of sheep with lambs at foot at 11:45 a.m. For a complete list of upcoming sales and to stay updated, please check the Bentham Auction Mart website.

Hobbs Parker Auctioneers

September 4, 2025 —

Hobbs Parker Auctioneers is set to host several exciting auctions in September 2025 at their Ashford Market location in Kent. On September 5, starting at 11:00 AM, the auction will feature Store Lambs and Breeding Sheep, including a special sale of Crossbred ewe lambs, primarily Suffolk x Mule. Following this, on September 9, a series of auctions will take place, beginning with Finished and Store Pigs at 9:00 AM, Finished Sheep and Cull Ewes at 9:30 AM, Finished Cattle and Cull Cows at 12:00 PM, and concluding with Store and Breeding Cattle at 1:00 PM. For those interested in participating, entries for the September 9 auctions are invited until September 9. Hobbs Parker Auctioneers offers a wide range of auctions throughout the year, including livestock, machinery, and property sales. For more details and to stay updated on future auctions, visit their website.

Aberdeen & Northern Marts

September 4, 2025 —

Aberdeen & Northern Marts is set to host several exciting auctions starting September 4, 2025. The Thainstone Centre will feature a Weekly Sale of Cast Cows and Bulls, along with a Weekly Sale of Prime Sheep and Feeding Sheep. Additionally, an Online Vehicle Sale will take place on the same day. On September 5, 2025, the Lerwick Centre will hold a Sale of Lambs and Sheep, while Thainstone will conduct a Weekly Sale of Store Cattle and a Timed Online Auction of Building and Industrial Equipment. Elgin will also host a Timed Online Auction of Household Furniture on this date. Finally, on September 6, 2025, Thainstone will feature a Sale of Rare Breed Livestock. For more details and to stay updated on future auctions, please visit the Aberdeen & Northern Marts website.

Lawrie & Symington Group Ltd

September 4, 2025 —

Lawrie & Symington Group Ltd is set to host several exciting auctions in the coming days. On September 4, 2025, a Live Machinery Sale will take place, featuring a variety of agricultural equipment. Following this, on September 5, 2025, there will be an Online Farm Sale for Larglanglee House, along with a Rare & Minority Breeds Sale that includes the Society Show & Sales of Castlemilk Moorit, Dartmoor, Hebridean, and Shetland Sheep. Additionally, on the same day, a Store Lambs sale will occur, highlighting an Early Season Sale of Blackface Lambs in conjunction with Livestock Marketing (Borders) Ltd. For those interested in livestock and farm equipment, these auctions present a great opportunity to explore unique offerings. Be sure to check the Lawrie & Symington website for more details and future auction dates.

McCulloch Agencies

September 4, 2025 —

McCulloch Agencies is set to host a series of exciting livestock auctions in Tamworth. Prime Cattle Sales will take place weekly on Mondays, starting at 8:00 AM, with the next auction scheduled for September 8, 2025. Additionally, Store Cattle Sales are conducted fortnightly on Fridays at 8:00 AM, with the next event on September 12, 2025. For those interested in sheep and lamb, weekly sales are held every Monday at 1:00 PM, with the next auction on September 8, 2025. In addition to livestock, McCulloch Agencies offers clearing sales featuring a diverse range of agricultural and livestock equipment and machinery. These events provide a valuable opportunity for farmers, collectors, and industry professionals to acquire quality items. For more details on upcoming sales and to stay updated, visit the McCulloch Agencies website.

Freeman Livestock

September 6, 2025 —

Freeman Livestock is gearing up for exciting upcoming auctions featuring high-quality livestock. Among the highlighted offerings is a promising Navajo ewe, known for her excellent skeletal width and body shape, making her a potential future donor. With over 25 years of experience in raising and showing livestock, Freeman Livestock is dedicated to providing elite quality show lambs for 4-H and FFA members at affordable prices. Their commitment to quality genetics ensures that buyers can find champions for their competitions. For more details and to stay updated on future auction dates, visit Freeman Livestock's website or contact them directly.

Middleburg Livestock Auction

September 6, 2025 —

The Middleburg Livestock Auction in Middleburg, Pennsylvania, invites you to its weekly Livestock Auction every Tuesday. Starting September 9, 2025, the auction features a variety of farm products, including hay, straw, grain, and firewood, beginning at 11:30 AM. The schedule continues with produce sales from 11:45 AM (available March through December), followed by poultry and small animals at noon. Livestock auctions commence at 1:30 PM with pigs, followed by feeder cattle at 2:30 PM, and goats, lambs, and calves at 3:30 PM. The day concludes with the sale of fat cattle, bulls, and cows starting at 5:30 PM. Additionally, the Sale Barn Restaurant is open throughout the auction day, offering home-cooked meals for visitors. For more details and future auction dates, please check their website.

Elders Bendigo

September 4, 2025 —

Elders Bendigo is gearing up for an exciting season of auctions, showcasing a diverse range of livestock and farm supplies. Their upcoming events will feature sales of beef and dairy cattle, sheep and lambs, as well as goats, ensuring that buyers can find quality animals to enhance their operations. Additionally, Elders offers expertise in crops, including broadacre, horticulture, and viticulture, making it a one-stop destination for agricultural needs. For those interested in real estate, Elders provides valuable assistance in buying or selling rural, residential, and commercial properties across Australia. To stay updated on the latest auction dates and offerings, readers are encouraged to visit the Elders website for more information.

Stock & Land

September 4, 2025 —

Upcoming auctions at Stock & Land include a significant herd dispersal featuring 700 Absolute Angus breeders set to go under the hammer at Roma. This event promises to attract attention from cattle enthusiasts and breeders alike. Additionally, the Southern ram sales have commenced with a strong start, showcasing a full clearance at Pastora Poll Merinos. For those interested in livestock and agricultural sales, Stock & Land offers a variety of auctions and sales opportunities. Readers are encouraged to check the Stock & Land website for the latest updates and future auction dates.

Harrison & Hetherington

September 6, 2025 —

Harrison & Hetherington is set to host several exciting auctions in the coming weeks. On September 17, 2025, the NaNth Annual Prize Show and Sale of Uncrossed Registered and Unregistered Swaledale Ewes and Shearlings will take place, with entries closing at 10 AM on September 22, 2025. Additionally, a Prize Show and Sale of Continental Cross Suckled Calves is scheduled, with entries closing on September 11, 2025. As the UK's leading livestock marketing company, Harrison & Hetherington operates seven auction marts across the north of England and the Scottish Borders. For more information on upcoming sales and events, readers are encouraged to check their website for the latest updates.

Greenville Livestock Auction

September 4, 2025 —

Greenville Livestock Auction in Greenville, Illinois, is set to host several exciting auctions in the coming days. The next regular auction will take place on September 10, 2025, starting at 1 PM, featuring a special breeding stock sale. Early consignments include Black Angus bulls, bred heifers, and cow-calf pairs. Additionally, a Special Feeder Sale is scheduled for September 10, 2025, at 1 PM, with various feeder cattle available, including Black and Charolais cross heifers and steers. Mark your calendars for the GLA Vacc Program Meeting and Customer Appreciation Day on September 13, 2025, at 4 PM, which will be held at the salebarn. For those interested in livestock sales, Greenville Livestock Auction operates weekly every Wednesday, offering a range of cattle, sheep, goats, and more. For further details on upcoming auctions and consignments, visit their website or contact them directly.

Potter & Potter

September 6, 2025 —

Potter & Potter Auctions is set to host several intriguing events in the coming weeks. The "Cabinet of Curiosities" auction will take place on September 27, 2025, featuring a diverse array of unique items. Following that, "Belonging: Secrets, Goats, and Signs • The Art of American Fraternal Societies" is scheduled for October 9, 2025. Additionally, "Artifacts of Play" will be held on October 12, 2025, showcasing collectibles related to games and play. These auctions promise to offer a fascinating selection for collectors and enthusiasts alike. For more details and to explore upcoming auction dates, visit Potter & Potter's website.

Brussels Livestock

September 4, 2025 —

Brussels Livestock is gearing up for an exciting series of auctions in September and October 2025. On Friday, September 5, 2025, they will feature approximately 700 head of stocker calves and yearlings. Following that, the next Bred Cow Sale is scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, welcoming consignments of bred cows, cow/calf pairs, breeder bulls, and heifers ready to breed. Looking ahead, Brussels Livestock will host specialty sales including the Simmental Influence sale on Friday, October 10, 2025, the Charolais Influence sale on Friday, October 24, 2025, and the Angus & Hereford Influence sale on Friday, November 7, 2025. With three weekly sales and a commitment to connecting sellers and buyers, Brussels Livestock continues to be a cornerstone of the Ontario livestock market. For more details and to stay updated on future auction dates, visit their website or contact them directly.

O'Reilly's Auction Rooms

September 4, 2025 —

O'Reilly's Auction Rooms is hosting an exciting series of auctions in September 2025. A timed auction featuring fine jewellery, watches, and coins is currently underway, ending on September 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM. This auction showcases a curated selection of exquisite items for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Following this, on September 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM, O'Reilly's will present a live auction focused on fine jewellery, watches, and silver, providing another opportunity for bidders to acquire unique pieces. Additionally, mark your calendars for The Design Sale on October 8, 2025, at 12:00 PM, which promises to feature a range of designer items. For those interested in selling, O'Reilly's welcomes consignments of jewellery, watches, and artworks for their upcoming auctions. Visit their website for more details and to register for bidding.

Levis Auctions

September 4, 2025 —

Levis Auctions is gearing up for an exciting Fall auction season with several upcoming online events. From September 8 to September 20, 2025, the auction will feature a diverse collection of artwork, including pieces by Indigenous artists, with proceeds benefiting the Art Gallery of Alberta and the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre. Following this, a major online art auction of significant consignments will take place from October 14 to November 2, 2025. Finally, another online art auction is scheduled for November 24 to December 6, 2025. Levis Auctions continues to showcase high-quality works by both Canadian and international artists, including the spectacular art of Inuit and First Nations creators. For more details and to explore the latest offerings, visit their website.

Levis Auctions

September 4, 2025 —

Levis Auctions is gearing up for an exciting Fall auction season with several online events scheduled. From September 8 to September 20, 2025, the auction will feature a diverse selection of artwork, including pieces by Indigenous artists, with proceeds benefiting the Art Gallery of Alberta and the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre. Following this, a major online art auction will take place from October 14 to November 2, 2025, showcasing significant consignments. The season will culminate with another online auction from November 24 to December 6, 2025. Levis Auctions continues to offer high-quality historical and contemporary works by both Canadian and international artists, as well as the stunning art of Inuit and First Nations creators. For more details on upcoming auctions and to explore their offerings, visit their website.

GoodLife Auctions

September 4, 2025 —

GoodLife Auctions is gearing up for an exciting series of online auctions featuring a diverse array of items. Upcoming auctions include a selection of exquisite Swarovski crystal collectibles, with pieces such as the Swarovski Crystal Chameleon, Swan Family, and Owl, all set to end in just over a week. Bids start as low as $20, making these unique items accessible to collectors and enthusiasts alike. In addition to collectibles, GoodLife Auctions specializes in rare coins, valuable antiques, fine art, and estate jewelry. Their curated catalogs showcase items from top estates, appealing to both collectors and investors. For those interested in appraisals, GoodLife Auctions offers expert services for antiques, art, coins, and jewelry. Visit GoodLifeAuctions.com for more details on upcoming auctions and to explore their extensive inventory.