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Strong Demand for Livestock at Kilrea Mart

Strategic Insights

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In recent weeks, Kilrea Mart has seen an exceptional level of demand for various types of livestock, including calves, sheep, and cattle. A significant entry of over 1300 sheep on Monday, June 30, met a fantastic trade, with lambs reaching up to £172 and ewes selling for £262. The demand for sheep remains strong, with more animals required to meet the current market demand.

Key Takeaways:

  • The demand for all types of cattle, including calves, is exceptionally high, with prices ranging from £1215 to £2890.
  • Weanlings, particularly Continental beef-bred types, are in high demand, with prices reaching up to £1600 and 5.33 ppk.
  • Friesian calves are also in strong demand, with young Friesian calves selling for up to £420.
  • Suckler stock, including heifers, is also in high demand, with prices ranging from £1350 to £2890.
  • Friesian and Aberdeen Angus steers are selling at a flying trade, with more animals required to meet the strong demand.
  • The demand for all types of livestock remains strong, with more animals required to meet the market demand.
  • Auctioneers H A McIlrath and Sons Ltd. report a high level of demand for livestock at Kilrea Mart.

Statistics:

  • Lambs sold to top of £172 and to top of 705 per kg.
  • Ewes sold to £262.
  • Weanlings sold to top of £1600 and 5.33 ppk.
  • Friesian calves sold for up to £420.
  • Suckler stock sold for up to £2890.
  • Friesian and Aberdeen Angus steers are selling at a flying trade.

Sources:

  • Auctioneers: H A McIlrath and Sons Ltd.
  • IMAGE: https://imagestore.jpimedia.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjYxZjJmOTM5LWRiNmMtNDA0Mi1iMDBhLWZkOWE5YjNkNTBhZTpjYTJjNDZhNy02Zjc2LTQxNDMtOWQwNi1hZTQ4YjM0NmRmMDI=.jpg

Caption: Kilrea Mart

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