IAAS appoints Executive Director
Critical new role will champion the interests of industry The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) has appointed an Executive Director to intensify its fight for the interests of members and the wider livestock industry. Neil Wilson...
Read moreTwo leading figures retire from auctioneer industry after decades of selling
Two popular and long-standing auctioneers have hung up their white coats for the final time in recent months, retiring from the industry. Matt Stevenson, a Sales Director with United Auctions, and a fellow of the Institute, has now embarked...
Read moreAuctioneers set out contingency plan to “avert disaster” in the event of a No Deal Brexit
Clarity needed to reassure the livestock auction sector The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) has launched its report on the consequences for the sector of leaving the EU without a withdrawal agreement. Despite the latest date...
Read moreDecision time for Scottish agriculture
By Scott Donaldson, IAAS President Every so often, you get the sense that our industry stands at a crossroads – the point at which a wide range of outcomes is laid in front of us, some with potentially disastrous...
Read moreIAAS welcomes agreement on TSE regulations for sheep ageing
The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) has welcomed a decision by DEFRA on changes to EU TSE regulations which allow for alternative methods of ageing sheep other than dentition. Earlier this year the European Commission proposed...
Read moreIAAS Past President recognised with lifetime achievement award
A Past President of the Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) has been given the prestigious Auctioneers Lifetime Achievement Award at the Farmers Guardian Mart’s The Heart Awards 2018. John Thomson Snr who lives in Annan and...
Read moreHarper Adams graduate receives prestigious livestock industry award
Raymond Kennedy has been named the top student graduating in 2018 from Harper Adams University’s specialist livestock auctioneering course. The MJ Thomson Award is given each year to the student who is deemed to have been the most deserving...
Read moreIAAS calls for separate Scottish agreement on TSE regulations for sheep ageing
The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland is calling for a seperate Scottish agreement on proposed changes to EU TSE regulations which allow for alternative methods of ageing sheep other than dentition. The European Commission’s proposed amendments to...
Read moreIAAS hails auction markets for their role in record values for prime hoggs this spring
The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland say recent record prices for prime hoggs is due to the live market system driving competition. Historic highs have been seen throughout the season. Live prices hit £100 for 40Kg hoggs...
Read moreConsultation: A call for evidence on controlling live exports for slaughter and to improve animal welfare during transport after the UK leaves the EU
The Department for Food, Environment and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is calling for evidence to seek views and information on all aspects of animal welfare in transport.
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