Calf sale entries have jumped massively in recent days, with sales in the south and east of the country entering peak activity. Pressure on space has intensified on farms and this is resulting in calves being presented at a younger age. This is also contributing to the wide price differential paid. Prices for light Jersey and crossbred bull calves are starting at €5/head and rising to €20 to €30 for the younger calves on offer, while better-quality and older calves are selling to €45 to €55 on average. These prices are in the minority in sales, with the majority of calves on offer better-quality Friesians.