Aurivo Marts has announced that it will be temporarily suspending all its livestock sales from Monday, March 23, until at least the end of the month.

The decision has been made in light of Covid-19, and will be reviewed in the intervening period.

Pre-booked sales at Aurivo centres in Ballymote on Thursday, March 18; Balla on Saturday, March 21; and Mohill on Saturday, March 21, will proceed under strict protocols.

These protocols are outlined below:

In a statement, Aurivo said: “Our priority is the health and safety of our employees; members; customers; suppliers; and the communities in which we operate.

“Aurivo acknowledges the support of its customers and staff and apologies for the inconvenience,” the statement concluded.