There were similar numbers on offer this week. There was a good trade for Hoggets with lots making up to €130 per head. There were slightly better numbers of Spring Lambs on offer with prices fetching up to €93.60 over their weight. There was a similar trade for Cast Ewes with the tops making €130 per head. There was a good demand for Ewes with lambs at foot resulting in a very high clearance of lots. Ewes with double lambs at foot made up to €290 per unit while Ewes with single lambs at foot made up to €190 per unit. Sheep sales continue weekly on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Yard opens at 8.30 a.m. Sheep Scanning Service every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. (sharp on time) Show & Sale of Lambs (in conjunction with Roscommon Lamb Festival) Wednesday April 27th (see website and adverts for details)
Sample Prices:
Spring Lambs: 44 kgs €135, 38 kgs €125, 48.80 kgs €140,46.40 kgs €140,
Ewe Hoggets: 58.90 kgs €130, 50.10 kgs €123, 47.65 kgs €115, 46 kgs €110
51.50 kgs €128
Wether Hoggets: 50 kgs €100, 42 kgs €90,
Mixed Hoggets: 43 kgs €95,
Cast Ewes made from €70 to €130 per lot
Ewes with Twin lambs at foot made up to €290 per unit
Ewes with Single Lambs at foot made up to €190 per unit
