Fleshed continental cows are a flying trade, with many sellers saying that they are achieving better prices in marts than they would be able to achieve by going straight to the factory.

Many U grade continentals are making from €1.95/kg to €2.05kg, with prices of €2.10/kg for top-quality cow/heifers.

Feeding continental cows are selling mainly from €1.60/kg to €1.80/kg, with old, thin and light cows making from €1.20/kg to €1.50/kg.

Friesian cows are a solid trade also, with plenty of feeders active for all types. The main supply for thin cows are making from €1.10/kg to €1.30/kg.

Where Jersey crosses are on offer, prices of €0.80/kg to €0.90/kg are more common.