Sheep prices have hit record levels for the time of year with marts recording top prices of €150 for select lots while factory prices range from €6.30/kg to €6.50/kg with top prices also hitting €150.
Demand for well-fleshed lambs is on fire with top prices ranging from €140 to €150 per head.
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The recent surge in sheep prices continues, with lambs/hoggets reaching record prices for the time of year of €150/head.
Mart prices for lambs weighing upwards of 50kg are averaging from €142 to €148, with select lots hitting €150/head or higher.
Prices are being fuelled by insatiable factory demand with prices rising to €6.30/kg to €6.50/kg. Quotes of even higher prices are also being reported.
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Title: Lamb prices hit record €150/head
Sheep prices have hit record levels for the time of year with marts recording top prices of €150 for select lots while factory prices range from €6.30/kg to €6.50/kg with top prices also hitting €150.
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The recent surge in sheep prices continues, with lambs/hoggets reaching record prices for the time of year of €150/head.
Mart prices for lambs weighing upwards of 50kg are averaging from €142 to €148, with select lots hitting €150/head or higher.
Prices are being fuelled by insatiable factory demand with prices rising to €6.30/kg to €6.50/kg. Quotes of even higher prices are also being reported.
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