There is a wider differential between prices quoted to groups and individual sellers to what is being paid to sellers with greater negotiating power.
A number of plants have increased base quotes by 5c/kg to 10c/kg, opening up a wider differential, with opening prices for quality assured lambs ranging from €7.20/kg to €7.40/kg.
Opening quotes for quality assured lambs rang from €7.10/kg to €7.20/kg, with higher prices ranging from €7.30/kg to €7.40/kg.
Mart sales have been livelier in recent days with agents and regular sellers having more success negotiating above quoted prices.
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest quotes for factory-finished cattle.
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest factory quotes for finished stock.
The reduction in quotes occurred over the weekend, with prices in the main holding steady since the start of the week.
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