There was muted demand at the annual spring sale of first-cross ewes at Narrandera.

A complete clearance of 4463 first-cross ewes satisfied demand from prime lamb producers.

Lamb prices in the north were boosted by the prediction of rain, with buyer competition intensifying against a shortage of numbers at southern selling centres.

Prices for lambs are reflecting supply and seasonal conditions in different production areas, leading to mixed trends.

Sheep sellers and buyers have much to ponder as spring sales approach.

The season and wool's woes weighed on the market at Wycheproof but Merino ewes were still sought after.

After some extremely turbulent weeks, the lamb market appears to have stabilised.

Lamb prices have come off their highs as producers ponder feed amid spring-like conditions.

Online bidding on physical sales is an extra option for saleyards.

A nationwide eID system for sheep is the obvious next step.