Munster rural property prices jumped 10 to 15%

A VERY good year, indeed, is the consensus on 2004 rural property sales.

The slow start in the spring had some agents wringing their hands, while at the same time, they tried to get their heads round decoupling and entitlements.

Many farmers, confused by what the future might hold, stalled on selling their properties and the result was fewer farms on the market and a consequent rise in demand.