Cattle Prices

Bovine birth registrations still trending above 2025 levels

Births to dairy dams are running 15,503 head, or 1.1% higher than in 2025, while births to beef cows are running 13,269 head, or 3.2% higher.

NEWS 24 May 2026

Bovine birth registrations still trending above 2025 levels

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Surge in cattle prices delivers economic windfall of up to €800m

Surge in cattle prices delivers economic windfall of up to €800m

NEWS 21 May 2026

Farmer Writes: beware of unexpected consequences

Farmer Writes: beware of unexpected consequences

FARMER WRITES 13 May 2026

Pattern of spending more but getting less continues

Pattern of spending more but getting less continues

Pattern of spending more but getting less continues

NEWS 8 May 2026

Why selling store cattle or finishing them was the best option in 2025

Why selling store cattle or finishing them was the best option in 2025

Why selling store cattle or finishing them was the best option in 2025

FEATURE 6 May 2026

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Dairy reporting creates farmer confidence

Dairy reporting creates farmer confidence

Publication of dairy co-operatives' annual accounts brings a level of transparency for farmers not generally available in beef processing.

NEWS 1 April 2026

Aurivo’s milk supply and profit grew in 2025

Aurivo’s milk supply and profit grew in 2025

Northwestern co-op saw its net debt fall to effectively zero by the end of the year.

NEWS 1 April 2026

Camera at the Mart: sharp trade for heifers in Roscommon

Camera at the Mart: sharp trade for heifers in Roscommon

There was some excellent prices paid for top-quality heifers, with prices averaging in excess of €5/kg and top lots selling from €5.50/kg to €6/kg upwards.

MARKETS 1 April 2026

Northern View: higher numbers keep a lid on trade

Northern View: higher numbers keep a lid on trade

Prices paid for cattle in NI continue to edge back, although base quotes remain steady.

NORTHERN IRELAND 1 April 2026

Camera at the Mart: solid trade for stores in Inishowen Mart

Camera at the Mart: solid trade for stores in Inishowen Mart

An entry of over 300 head met keen demand from farmers and feeders, with factory agents also exhibiting a greater appetite for slaughter-fit stock.

MARKETS 1 April 2026

Camera at the Mart: great demand for younger heifers in Iveragh

Camera at the Mart: great demand for younger heifers in Iveragh

Farmer buyers were out in force in Iveragh Co-operative Mart and they made their presence felt for younger stock going for grass. Heavier stock were a slightly tougher trade by comparison.

MARKETS 1 April 2026

Minister doesn't budge on reactor compensation as new TB rules draw near

Minister doesn't budge on reactor compensation as new TB rules draw near

The current reactor ceiling for pedigree cattle is set at €5,000 per head, while commercial cattle are subject to a lower ceiling of €3,000/head.

NEWS 1 April 2026

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New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

Irish dairy farmers will have the opportunity to see the latest technologies from New Zealand at an on-farm open day at Camcloon Dairy, Ballyfin, Co Laois, on Tuesday 19 May 2026 from 10am.

New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

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