Agricultural optimism which looked liked being drenched in early and late spring, rallied with the good weather to see a range of record-breaking farm sales in Co Cork.

Is it the land or the location?

With five farms up for sale in a relatively small area of the Lee Valley, it’s small wonder the news of a record-breaking local price leaked out following a sale agreement last weekend.

LAST week’s auction of a 115 acre farm at Carrigathou, Coachford, in Co Cork was worth waiting for, after some probate delays.