Although ground conditions in most areas around the west have become more difficult in the past week due to more rain, buyers remain active for all good quality types. The number of feeders buying stock have increased in the past week which is resulting in a steady trade for store cattle. Prices at today’s sale were similar to last week. Average quality bullocks over 500kg sold mainly from €500 to €700 over the. Top quality types making as much as €800 along with the weight. Plainer types continue to be a harder sell and prices of €1.80/kg to €2.00/kg were paid for plain Angus steers. Lighter stores from 400kg to 500kg were met with steady demand and prices ranged mainly from €500 to €700 over the weight.