Similar numbers of sheep on offer again this week. Smaller numbers of lambs. Trade improved for all lots. Store lambs were a good trade as were good fleshed factory lambs. Stag ewes remain a steady trade.
SAMPLE PRICES
LAMBS
Fifteen ewe lambs, 47.7kg, €155. Eight lambs, 34.6kg, €87.
Three ewe lambs, 45.2kg, €127kg. Sixteen ewe lambs, 38kg, €124.
Nine ewe lambs, 49.2kg, €140. Nine ewe lambs, 45.6kg, €142kg.
Sixteen ewe lambs, 33kg, 98kg. Ten wether lambs, 46kg, €135.
STAG EWES
More stag ewes on offer again this week. Similar trade.
Prices range from €80-€150.
BREEDING SHEEP
Smaller number on offer for this time of year.
Prices range from €60-€90 for old crossbreed ewes.
Sheep sale every Saturday at 10am in person and online with ‘marteye’ in two “rings” ewe ring and lamb ring. Gates open at 8am.