Lamb prices deliver seasonal boost

THE recovery in the lamb prices at the factories has continued this week with further gains giving the upcoming seasonal trade a real boost.

The quoted prices have increased by 5-15 cents/kg strong with demand for direct deals between factory agents and producers delivering a further bonus. Some producers reported 500 cents/kg being achieved.

Moyvalley Meats, Co Kildare, maintained their position at the top this week with an all-in price of 485 cents/kg being quoted. The rest of the processors are quoting 470-480 cents/kg, plus quality bonus.