With the array of selling options available, which one to choose will: depend tiae class and number of livestock being sold, target markets and costs (see Table 1).Paddock sales On-farm sales are a comparatively cheap option where producers can sell their livestock directly to buyers or through, an agent. Most paddock sales are, set on a dollars per head basis but also could be based on weight (cents/kilogram). Both the vendor and buyer must agree on whether average or individual weights are used for payments, weighing method (on foot or on transport), scales used and any curfews. The buyer typically organises and pays for transport.
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