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In pictures: firm trade for stores in Castlerea

There was a strong entry of Angus-cross and Hereford-cross heifers and bullocks on offer, with live exporters and feeders keen for stock.

MARKETS 13 February 2026

In pictures: firm trade for stores in Castlerea

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Beef Trends: no move in quotes

Beef Trends: no move in quotes

MARKETS 11 February 2026

Northern View: NI beef trade moves ahead of Britain

Northern View: NI beef trade moves ahead of Britain

NORTHERN IRELAND 11 February 2026

Beef prices: quotes remain unchanged

Beef prices: quotes remain unchanged

Beef prices: quotes remain unchanged

MARKETS 9 February 2026

Clover delivers cattle worth €75/head more

Clover delivers cattle worth €75/head more

Clover delivers cattle worth €75/head more

GRASS & FEEDING 4 February 2026

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Beef quotes steady, as mart trade cranks up a gear

Beef quotes steady, as mart trade cranks up a gear

Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including factory quotes for finished cattle.

MARKETS 21 January 2026

US carcase weights hit all-time average high of 398kg in 2025

US carcase weights hit all-time average high of 398kg in 2025

A continued decline in cattle availability combined with cheap grain and high beef price is encouraging feeders to bring cattle to heavier carcase weights.

MARKETS 21 January 2026

Supply was a key driver of price in 2025

Supply was a key driver of price in 2025

Fewer cattle drove farm gate prices in 2025 but it has also resulted to cuts in processing capacity.

NEWS 21 January 2026

Factory price league: up to €223/head price difference

Factory price league: up to €223/head price difference

Even with a minimum number of weeks reporting requirement, there are big differences between highest and lowest paying factories for most grades.

NEWS 21 January 2026

More leeway in quotes as agents actively look for cattle

More leeway in quotes as agents actively look for cattle

Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest prices being paid for finished cattle.

MARKETS 21 January 2026

Exports to remain north of 200,000

Exports to remain north of 200,000

While a 10% decline is expected from the high point of over 223,000 calves exported in 2025, demand is expected to remain robust in key export markets.

CALVES 21 January 2026

Farmer Writes: lower EU beef numbers give opportunity

Farmer Writes: lower EU beef numbers give opportunity

A recent European Commission report predicts close to a 10% reduction in beef production across the EU and Tommy Moyles wonders if this could be an opportunity for Ireland.

FARMER WRITES 21 January 2026

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A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

Bord Bia addresses the concerns and misinformation that have been raised in recent weeks.

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

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