Sheep farmers opting out of earlier lambing due to prices
Most of the intake at the factories comprises of hoggets, for which the processors are quoting 655-670 cents/kg, plus the quality bonus.
Positivity has continued in the sheep sector this week, with factories increasing their prices for supplies of both hoggets and spring lamb.
The combination of Ramadam and Easter festivities is delivering a seasonal boost for the sector. The factories are anxious for all the supply they can lay their hands on to deliver to the retail trade for one of the year's busiest periods.
