However, now in a move of clarity the centres have been officially declared open for business without restriction.

The Rural has spoken to landholders who were reluctant to purchase stock without physically being at markets to view sheep or cattle.

Under individual lock downs imposed by markets only "essential workers" could access centres.

However, Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall has reassured buyers and sellers that it is business as usual when it comes to livestock and fibre auctions.

Mr Marshall said auctions for the supply of food, livestock or fibre were exempt under the NSW Government's COVID-19 restrictions and have been permitted to operate as normal throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, as long as social distancing requirements are adhered to. "From the outset I have been very clear that food and fibre producers as well as businesses along our supply chains should proceed as business as usual, while adhering to social distancing," Mr Marshall said.

"I have worked hard to ensure that livestock and fibre sales across the state are not impacted by COVID-19 restrictions, including gathering limits, as they are a critical part of our supply chains.

"Despite Government exemptions, many individual saleyards have sought to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 by implementing specific measures, such as limiting access and keeping records of attendees.

"I am appealing to the State's saleyard operators to exercise common sense when conducting auctions and sales to ensure all vendors and buyers get a fair go. "The Department of Primary Industries has established a dedicated COVID-19 concierge service, which is available to provide advice to industry, including saleyard operators, about how to navigate these challenging times."