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New rules came into effect recently that mandate classification and price reporting for sheep carcases in England and Scotland.
New rules came into effect recently that mandate classification and price reporting for sheep carcases in England and Scotland. This means that the sector is now brought into line with beef and pork.
The rules should mean that producers will have clearer information on how animals are assessed and priced at slaughter, and make it easier for them to analyse market demand to see what attracts premium prices.
National Sheep Association CEO Phil Stocker described the new regulations as a helpful step that will give sheep farmers more clarity and should “create better transparency and trust through the supply chain.”
Wales and Northern Ireland will be issuing equivalent measures in early 2026.
See: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sheep-carcase-classification-rules-to-deliver-fairer-prices-for-farmers
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