The beef trade in Northern Ireland is strengthening as processors start orders for Christmas, while the live trade moves up a notch for lambs.
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Greater competition between agents and tighter supplies has forced agents to pay more, with the two Irish Country Meats plants increasing their base quote by 10c/kg.
Rachel Gallagher reports from Ballymena livestock mart for the 109th annual show and sale of Border Leicesters.
Processing demand for finished cattle continues to strengthen in Northern Ireland, boosting prices in the process. Base quotes are steady on lambs, but higher prices are available.
Rachel Gallagher reports from Roscommon mart for the 3rd annual South of Ireland Lanark sheep breeders show and sale.
There have been further price increases in the beef trade, with prime steers and heifers commanding 500p/kg at NI plants.
Kerry Lamb and Wool Co-op has experienced plenty of highs and lows over its 50 years in existence.Tommy Moyles spoke to manager Seán Moriarty and chair James Brosnan.
Prices for prime cattle are edging upwards in Northern Ireland, while fat lambs are on steady ground.
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Edward O'Callaghan farms in Cavan. He's hoping to lamb 130 ewes next year around Easter.
