Richard Nallen from Ballina, Co Mayo, bidding on calves in the ring at Kilmallock Mart in Co Limerick last Monday. \ Odhran Ducie

The West Cork Ploughing Association held its county final in Kilmeen, near Rossmore. \Andy Gibson.

Dominic Dryson an organic farmer ploughs his field in Ashbourne, Co Meath, preparing for a bean and pea combo. \ Claire Nash