Saturday August 31st – Mart Report – Breeding Ewes/Hoggets prices

 Numbers on offer were similar to last week. There was a brisk trade for both Ewes and Hoggets with an improved price resulting in an excellent clearance of lots.  Hoggets made up to €218 ,2-year-old Ewes fetched up to €190 with 3 year-old Ewes making up  to €160.

Sales continue on Saturday next Sept 7th – West of Ireland Registered Suffolk Sheep Breeder Club . Gates open at 8 a.m. 30 Top Quality Rams – Show at 11 a.m. Sale at 12noon. — Also Pedigree Lleyn Sheep Show and Sale. Show 11.30am. Sale 1pm. 80 Ewes; 319 Shearlings; 279 Ewe Lambs & 31 Rams on offer.

 

Hoggets ranged from €135 up to €215 per head

 

2-year-old Ewes made from €122 up to €190 per head

 

3 year old Ewes made from €118 up to €160 per head