Finishing off a great year at Frome Market, the 124th Annual Christmas Fatstock Show and Sale. Martin Hemmett, Chair of the Fatstock Society and main ring commentator stated, “It was a fantastic day with excellent entries in all sections and the Society was delighted to present cheques to four local charities including the Frome Market Health Hub. A quality entry of handled cattle saw a show ring packed with spectators as the final championship line up was superbly judged by Stuart Clatworthy of Court Farm Butchers, Puriton.”
Lucy Gould’s Supreme Champion Limousin steer sold at 420p/kg to Whiterow Farm Shop, Frome who also purchased the Reserve Champion, Rachel and Steven Stamp’s Angus Steer achieving the top price of the day at 478p/kg. Champion in the Unhandled Cattle section was taken by Stuart Perkins with his Limousin Heifer selling at 362p/kg who also took Champion Cow with his Limousin.
Bradley Towell, Managing Director, said “It’s fantastic to see such excellent Show Stock. The quality was reflected in the premium prices buyers paid. It’s positive to see the show well supported. We can always do with more to satisfy demand driven principally by several butchers who regularly attend the market and are always looking to buy the very best.”
Harry Stamp’s Champion lambs sold at £260. SJ & H Loveless’ Champion pigs sold at £340. Martin Carver & Son’s Champion calf sold at £500.
Thank you to all vendors, buyers, sponsors and judges for your support of not only the Show but throughout the year. A great day had by all!