RENDELLS report a highly successful sixth TB restricted cattle sale at Newton Abbot Market on July 20.

A smaller entry sold to a flying trade with a number of new and returning buyers in attendance.

Store cattle — a nice run of cattle met a good demand with forward stores selling to trade level with normal open market prices.

Topping the trade was a run of 22-24 mo Charolais steers from A and V Tiernan, of Ashburton, at £960 and £845, 18mo heifers from the same home making up to £772. 12-13 mo Simmental steers from £740 to £800 and heifers to £720 for S L M Crocker, of Totnes. A smart run of 14mo Charolais heifers at £645 for M J Wonnacot, of Okehampton. Aberdeen Angus heifers to £460 and British Blue heifers to £500 for G N Arscott, of Chagford.

Average price for steers was £825 with heifers at £614.

Over-age cattle — a small entry met a strong demand with a healthy demand for greater numbers. Top price on the day to N M Ekers, of Totnes, with a Simmental cow at £980.10 (121ppk).

The auctioneers already have entries for another dedicated TB sale, To enter cattle contact Will Wallis on 01647 432277 or Dan Wood 01626 353881. All sellers must register prior and stock may return to farm of origin if a post-sale isolation unit is set up.