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There were similar numbers on offer this week. There was a good number of Spring Lambs on offer while the numbers of Hoggets presented by sale were smaller. The trade for both Hoggets and Springs was a little easier with prices back on last week, however all lots were sold. The prices for Cast Ewes were also less with lots harder to sell. There was an excellent trade for Ewes with Lambs at foot with a good demand and a full clearance of lots. Weekly sales continue on Wednesday at 11 a.m.for Lambs Cast Ewes, In Lamb Ewes and Ewes with Lambs at Foot. Yard opens at 8.30 a.m. Show & Sale of Lambs – Wednesday April 29th – Details on our website – The Oliver Burke Perpetual Sculpture will be presented to the winner of the Best Ewe with 2 lambs at foot.
Sample Prices:
Wether Hoggets 59 kgs €130,69 kgs €127, 57 kgs €135, 56 kgs €135,
Mixed Lots 63.05 kgs €135,
Ewe Hoggets 45 kgs €115, 47.20 kgs €124, 60 kgs €136.50
Spring Lambs: 50 kgs €140, 43.70 kgs €135, 42.50 kgs €132, 42 kgs €127, 47.50 kgs €140,
Cast Ewes made from €60 to €140 per lot
Ewes with Twin Lambs at foot made from €215 to €320 per lot
Ewes with Single Lambs at foot made from €165 to €220 per lot
