18th April 2012  – Sheep Sale

There was an increase in the number of Spring Lambs on offer this week. The numbers of Hoggets are diminishing. The prices for Spring Lambs were easier while the trade for Hoggets and Cull Ewes remains steady.

Sample Prices:

• 4 Spring Lambs 47 kgs €122
• 10 Spring Lambs 41.4 kgs €110
• 6 Spring Lambs 42.67 kgs €120
• 3 Spring Lambs 41 kgs €116
• 5 Ewe Hoggets 52 kgs €140
• 3 Ewe Hoggets 62 kgs €142,

Dry Ewes made from €77 to €131 per head

Ewes with Lambs at foot; 1 Ewes with 2 Lambs at Foot from €170 to €190