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Cattle prices rising: ‘Factories telling agents to leave nothing behind’

July 7, 2020

Cattle prices are beginning to rise, with prices up 5c/kg to 10c/kg at most outlets this week, according to the Irish Farmers’ Association…

‘No doubt’ that factories can pay ‘significantly’ more for beef

July 3, 2020

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There is “no doubt” that factories should be paying more than they are at present for cattle, according to the Irish Creamery Milk…

Selling beef steaks at discount deemed a ‘major success’ by Tesco

June 30, 2020

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Tesco has described a move to buy steaks “destined for now shut high-street restaurants” as a “major success with shoppers”. In a statement…

Farmers urged to demand more on beef ‘as the market can pay more’

June 25, 2020

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Farmers who are selling finished cattle “should demand higher beef prices as all the market factors show the factories can pay more”, according…

‘No basis’ for cattle price pressure amid stronger beef markets

June 9, 2020

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There is no basis for pressure on cattle prices from the factories, according to the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA). Commenting on the matter,…

R3-grading heifers worth €54 more north of the border

May 30, 2020

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Heifer prices in Ireland have been moving in the right direction in recent weeks, but how do they compare to the UK and…

Beef trade: Kill rebounds as China ‘pulls the stopper’

May 28, 2020

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After a number of weeks of upward price momentum, and while factories are anxious for cattle, there is no change in prices offered…

Beef trade: Upward trajectory continues

May 21, 2020

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In the past week, the recent positivity in terms of price has continued – especially for farmers with in-spec steers and heifers. Where…

Strong retail demand sees agents ‘scrambling for stock’ amid rising prices

May 14, 2020

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Cattle prices continue to strengthen driven by tighter supplies and strong retail demand, according to the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA). Commenting on the…

Beef trade: Better news for beef suppliers as quotes rise

May 14, 2020

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For the most part, beef processors are now operating off a base of 355-360c/kg for in-spec steers and heifers. This is a welcomed…

‘Beef farmers will be glad to see McDonald’s reopen’

May 12, 2020

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The announcement that McDonald’s is planning to reopen some of its restaurants in Ireland next week has been welcomed by the Irish Farmers’…

Farmers ‘need to see more return from 15% rise’ in retail beef sales

May 11, 2020

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There needs to be a stronger “kick on” in beef prices based on the latest positive news of increased sales from both the…

Beef trade: Factories continue to quote 340c/kg in the main

May 5, 2020

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It’s a case of ‘as you were’ for beef quotes, with most beef processors maintaining prices on offer at 340c/kg for heifers and…

Factories ‘will likely have to give a little’ with cattle supplies tight

May 1, 2020

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Cattle supplies remain tight and are likely to stay that way over the coming weeks, according to the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’…

Beef trade: Negotiation power tilting towards farmers with in-spec stock

April 28, 2020

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In the past week, there has been a little more bite in the beef trade – especially for farmers with in-spec steers and…

Beef trade: In-spec heifer and steer price holds

April 14, 2020

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The difficult market conditions continue for beef farmers this week, with out-of-spec cattle facing further price cuts. While in-spec heifers and bullocks continue…