Lanark pupils sold on careers at livestock auction mart

From The Scottish Farmer online

PUPILS from two Lanark schools have heard about the exciting career opportunities in livestock auctioneering from one of the sector's leading firms, Lawrie and Symington.

...“The pupils were taking in what was being said and given the chance to auction an item. We typically look for people who are keen to learn and can adapt to various situations – qualifying as an auctioneer would require completing a four-year course at Harper Adams University in Shropshire.”

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