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In pictures: firm trade for stores in Castlerea

There was a strong entry of Angus-cross and Hereford-cross heifers and bullocks on offer, with live exporters and feeders keen for stock.

MARKETS 13 February 2026

In pictures: firm trade for stores in Castlerea

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Irish factory prices have fallen behind competitors

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NEWS 13 February 2026

Tillage Podcast: markets interview, costs, award winners and Irish grain

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NEWS 12 February 2026

Lower turnover but steady margins for Agco

Lower turnover but steady margins for Agco

Lower turnover but steady margins for Agco

NEWS 12 February 2026

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

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Bounce to dairy trade as prices even off

Bounce to dairy trade as prices even off

Dairy product prices in Europe have picked up this week, as the market re-balances after months of declines.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Beef Trends: no move in quotes

Beef Trends: no move in quotes

Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest factory quotes for finished animals.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Camera at the Mart: weanlings and forward stores in keen demand in Headford

Camera at the Mart: weanlings and forward stores in keen demand in Headford

Martin Merrick reports from Headford Mart’s general cattle sale on Saturday, where factory agents and exporters battled for finished lots.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Camera at the Mart: heifer trade stays steady in Ballmote

Camera at the Mart: heifer trade stays steady in Ballmote

Martin Merrick reports from Ballymote Mart’s special heifer sale, where top-end continental heifers commanded the biggest demand and prices.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Martbids Database: averages hold steady across the board

Martbids Database: averages hold steady across the board

Martin Merrick has the latest on where cattle prices are at, with trade steady across the board, with just some stock types seeing a minor slippage in price.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Sheep Trends: base quotes stuck in gear

Sheep Trends: base quotes stuck in gear

There were signs of more life in the market this week, with some sellers securing an additional 10c/kg payment, but this has been hit and miss, with no pattern evident.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Sheep mart prices: hoggets €1 to €2 firmer in many sales

Sheep mart prices: hoggets €1 to €2 firmer in many sales

Agents are exhibiting a keener appetite for hoggets this week, with relatively tight supplies of fleshed hoggets helping competition.

MARKETS 11 February 2026

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A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

Bord Bia addresses the concerns and misinformation that have been raised in recent weeks.

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

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