Cattle marts report: Friesian bullock sold for €1,610 but suckler farmers concerned over autumn trade
Not too good at all, I fear. Having spoken to two farmers over the weekend, both of whom had bought light cattle in 2015, the verdict from both was that there is no money in the beef business right now.
No money was made from cattle bought in 2015, with both farmers vowing not to return to the beef game. Both, like most beef farmers today, have other sources of income.
