Beltex led the proceedings at United Auctions, Stirling, sale of 9452 prime sheep, where 6354 prime lambs averaged 298.93p per kg.

A top price of £180 came from West Park, and to 383p for Easter Ochtermuthill.

The pre-sale show was judged by James Murray, Alva, who awarded the champion pen of five to WJ and EC Stevenson, Coilavoulin, which later realised £175 purchased by Pickstock Foods Ltd.

Reserve honours went to from DS and RC Taylor, Easter Ochtermuthill, which made £170.

Ewes sold to £210 for Texels from Airthey Kerse.

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