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SKIPTON prime sheep trade was again solid across the board as another good entry of over 3,500 prime sheep went through the sales ring at Skipton Auction Mart. The weekly Monday turnout saw the 3,012 prime and lightweight hoggs among them again subject to solid all-round trade, which was similar on the week at 287p/kg (SQQ 293p/kg), or £122.91 per head. (Feb 22) Of the lowland lambs, the best end made 350p-420p/kg, or £140-£170, with commercial lowland lambs selling at 280p-320p/kg and heavy lambs regularly away at £135-£155. Both retail and wholesale buyers were again out in force.