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NI Trends: factories look to tighten grip on beef trade; lamb trade eases

There have been moves by processors in Northern Ireland to ease prices on factory-fit cattle and lambs.

29 May 2024
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Camera at the Mart: cull ewes competing against spring lamb in Ballinrobe

Cull ewes in Ballinrobe’s weekly sheep sale surpassed spring lamb prices on occasion. Martin Merrick reports.

15 May 2024
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Sheep mart prices: agents keen but more cautious buying

It is clear that factories want to increase throughput, with agents keen not to let sheep home unsold, but also not willing to get caught up in heated bidding exchanges.

8 May 2024
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Sheep mart prices: factory pressure felt in live trade

Sales held in recent days have witnessed prices ease on average by €5 to €10/head for hoggets and spring lambs.

1 May 2024
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