HRH The Duke of Rothesay in the auction ring during a cattle sale at Thainstone Centre Photo credit: Ciro Art Studio
The Duke of Rothesay paid a surprise visit to Thainstone Centre, Inverurie, yesterday to show his support for the agricultural industry, which is experiencing a difficult harvest situation and seasonal livestock sales impacted by the recent bad weather.
ANM Group chairman Pete Watson said: “We were delighted to welcome the Duke of Rothesay to Thainstone Centre and show him around our fantastic facilities. We appreciate his interest in our auction business and empathy for the farming industry which is currently experiencing a challenging period.”
During the visit, he was introduced to crofters from Shetland and Lewis who were attending the special show and sale of Shetland and West Highland and suckled calves at the weekly Friday auction. He also met with local customers and members to hear their stories.
The duke toured the centre viewing the livestock penned areas, auction ring during a live cattle sale, and met with several of the group’s staff members.
