Store Trade steady for forward bullocks in Marts

Marts: The store trade remained steady for forward bullocks, a shade easier for the younger stock, and a firm trade for beef and store heifers in the marts this week, where supplies on offer have been slightly larger.

In the weanling/yearling trade the margin between bulls/bullocks born pre- and post-May 1 2003 (the latter not being eligible for the 21 months SBP before it expires on December 31 next) is continuing at €70-€100/head.

Cattle numbers were similar to last week at Bandon Mart yesterday where the trade continued firm. The heavy bullocks with a premia sold for up to €390 over €/kg while the lighter stores made up to €350 over.