Factories loosen purse strings for an upbeat Skibbereen fatstock show and sale

Isn’t it every farmer’s dream to one day be holding the halter of the winning animal at a fatstock show and sale? Of course it is! Sure what else do we dream about?
Factories loosen purse strings for an upbeat Skibbereen fatstock show and sale

Anyway, this fine dream became a reality for a handful of very lucky farmers in Skibbereen on Friday.

Tired as I am at looking at my own plain, but happy, stock at home, I took a trip back to Skibbereen on Friday to view the fatstock action for myself.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Farming

Newsletter

Stay ahead of the season. Sign up for insights, expert advice and stories shaping Irish agriculture.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited