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Beef Trends: smaller factories propping up price

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

MARKETS 5 August 2026

Beef Trends: smaller factories propping up price

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FARMER WRITES 5 August 2026

Camera at the Mart: heavier cattle more keenly sought in Cavan

Camera at the Mart: heavier cattle more keenly sought in Cavan

MARKETS 5 August 2026

Over 300 commercial cattle set off for Tullamore

Over 300 commercial cattle set off for Tullamore

Over 300 commercial cattle set off for Tullamore

BREEDING & HEALTH 5 August 2026

Factories easing back quotes for finished cattle

Factories easing back quotes for finished cattle

Factories easing back quotes for finished cattle

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Camera at the Mart: slight easing of prices in Roscrea

Camera at the Mart: slight easing of prices in Roscrea

Cattle were a slightly easier trade in Roscrea on Friday last, with bullocks seeing some of the most severe cuts.

MARKETS 20 July 2026

Martbids Database: trade remains tough amid several challenges

Martbids Database: trade remains tough amid several challenges

A shortage of grass is the main factor in the equation, with it having a knock-on effect on both finished and store cattle prices.

MARKETS 20 July 2026

Ardee Mart: charolais cow tops trade at €3,090

Ardee Mart: charolais cow tops trade at €3,090

Cattle remain a steady trade in Adree Livestock Sales on Tuesday with demand for cows remaining strong with buyers seeking heavier continental-cross cows.

MARKETS 20 July 2026

MartBids Database: no great rise in ring prices

MartBids Database: no great rise in ring prices

Despite supplies being tight, there has been no great rise in price this week, with a slight fall recorded for many types.

MARKETS 20 July 2026

Beef Trends: shortage of prime beef continues

Beef Trends: shortage of prime beef continues

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

MARKETS 20 July 2026

Lively trade for cattle at Armoy Mart

Lively trade for cattle at Armoy Mart

The weekly cattle sale at Armoy Livestock Mart recommenced on Monday evening.

NORTHERN IRELAND 20 July 2026

Beef trade steady as numbers remain tight

Beef trade steady as numbers remain tight

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

MARKETS 20 July 2026

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