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In terms of demand, the best prices were paid for better-quality heavy cattle suitable for feeding. These sold mainly from €2.00/kg to €2.20/kg and up to €2.60/kg for top-quality types. At the top of the market, prices of up to €2.60/kg were achieved for U grade steers.
There were a number of bullocks over 700kg, but in many cases age was against them, and this was reflected in the prices paid.
Stores from 400kg to 500kg were available in numbers, and demand for these was quite good. They sold mainly from €550 to €650 over the weight depending on quality.
Prices of heifers over 600kg ranged mainly from €780 to €850 along with the weight, plainer types and those with age against them were a weaker trade than previous weeks. Heifers from 500kg to 600kg sold mainly from €550 to €650 over, with top-quality types making €850 over and upwards.
Types from 400kg to 500kg sold mainly from €450 to €650 along with the weight. Commission rates are 2% to the seller and €9 to the buyer with an entry fee of €2/head.
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