Ask a Farmer - How Does An Auction Market Work?

What Happens at a Livestock Auction Mart? Livestock auction marts are a critical but often unseen part of agriculture. They connect producers, buyers, and the broader food system. Yet for many students (and even adults), how animals are sold and how prices are determined is a mystery. This topic helps uncover how agriculture works in practice, giving students a chance to connect classroom learning to real-world experiences.