Live trade continues strongly

Marts: The live trade for cattle is continuing very strongly in the marts this week, where the prices are holding strong for smaller supplies of cattle.

While the number of cattle at the sale is declining, there is no indication of weakening in demand from farmer buyers, still showing optimism in the continuation of a strong beef price.

Double-punched bullocks continue a very strong trade, but the emphasis is being placed more on quality, with a wider spread of €160 over to €515 over €/kg showing from yesterday's sales.