Factory agents have been active this week in trying to attract higher numbers of sheep on to market.
Reports point to positive retail sales over the Easter period which is reflected in factories keen to replenish supplies.
Numbers in the market are tight which is keeping a strong floor under the trade. Opening prices for quality assured hoggets are in the region of €9/kg to €9.10/kg with regular sellers trading at upwards of €9.20/kg.
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Spring lambs are trading at upwards of €10/kg but numbers are low. Prices in Northern Ireland continue to trend ahead of the Republic.
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Factory agents have been active this week in trying to attract higher numbers of sheep on to market.
Reports point to positive retail sales over the Easter period which is reflected in factories keen to replenish supplies.
Numbers in the market are tight which is keeping a strong floor under the trade. Opening prices for quality assured hoggets are in the region of €9/kg to €9.10/kg with regular sellers trading at upwards of €9.20/kg.
Spring lambs are trading at upwards of €10/kg but numbers are low. Prices in Northern Ireland continue to trend ahead of the Republic.
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