Texel pedigree sheep were in brisk demand at the breed show and sale which was held at Automart, Portadown, in October 1981. The top price of 570gns was paid for an outstanding ewe, which was supreme champion for Jim Scott Jnr, Killyleagh. Mr Scott is pictured here with the Texel supreme champion. Picture: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitageplaceholder image
Texel pedigree sheep were in brisk demand at the breed show and sale which was held at Automart, Portadown, in October 1981. The top price of 570gns was paid for an outstanding ewe, which was supreme champion for Jim Scott Jnr, Killyleagh. Mr Scott is pictured here with the Texel supreme champion. Picture: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

20 Farming Life Photos from 1981 That Tell an Interesting Story

Farming Life is very lucky to have a superb archive of old photographs which date back to the early 1980s.

Some of these photographs have lain in the library gathering dust over the years, but with modern technology, and a bit of graft, Farming Life are delighted to be able to offer their readers a fascinating look back in time with our new videos and reels.

This collection of old photos is from 1981.

Have a look and see who you might be able to spot in our collection of photos.

Indeed, if you have an archive that you'd like to share contact [email protected].

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