Sheep
Sheep trade: Sheep kill exceeds the 60,000 head mark for the 5th week in a row
At the moment, the lamb trade continues on a positive note. Base quotes for lambs are hovering around the €5.35-5.50/kg...
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Sheep
Sheep trade: Lamb price holding steady as supplies tighten
This week most factories have held quotes for lambs at last week’s figures. Some factory agents are suggesting that lamb...
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Native Tree Area Scheme: Making it easier to plant trees
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Sheep
Be mindful of withdrawal dates when dosing lambs
Some factory agents have highlighted the importance of adhering to meat withdrawal periods when sending lambs for slaughter. This is...
Sheep
Sheep factories: Quotes unchanged as Ophelia takes its toll
Like some of the beef factories, ex-hurricane Ophelia left many sheep processing plants without power on Monday afternoon (October 16)....
Sheep
Spring lamb numbers continue to decline
Lamb supplies are tighter at factories this week, according to IFA (Irish Farmers’ Association) Sheep Committee Chairman, John Lynskey. Factories...
Sheep
Sheep marts: Strong farmer demand for quality ewe lambs
Breeding stock met a better trade at the marts in recent days than has previously been the case in recent...
Sheep
Sheep Marts: Strong factory demand keeping lamb prices high
A shortage in supply, improved factory prices and good factory demand are the three factors keeping lamb prices strong, according...