Weaker trade in Friesian calves

Marts: The trade for Friesian calves was weaker at the mart sales yesterday with prices for the Holstein-Friesian bulls showing the biggest drop.

The number of calves on offer has risen sharply with prices for all showing some effect of the stronger supply bringing downward pressure on the prices.

Prices for the Continentals are holding up best in the bulls, with Hereford and Angus also maintaining a good trade.