Lamb sales

More spend but less meat for shoppers

As beef and lamb prices increase, UK shoppers are finding that they spend more money but have less beef and lamb in their baskets.

NEWS 15 April 2026

More spend but less meat for shoppers

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MANAGEMENT 18 February 2026

Lambing early to juggle a busy workload

Lambing early to juggle a busy workload

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British shoppers spend more but buy less beef

British shoppers spend more but buy less beef

British shoppers spend more but buy less beef

NEWS 2 November 2025

Higher prices bite into UK beef and lamb sales

Higher prices bite into UK beef and lamb sales

Higher prices bite into UK beef and lamb sales

NEWS 15 October 2025

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Watch: hoggets soar to €500 at Mayo Mule and Greyface sale

Watch: hoggets soar to €500 at Mayo Mule and Greyface sale

The premier sale in Ballinrobe saw several lots sell for over €400/head, with the top lot of the day selling for a record breaking €500/head.

MARKETS 1 January 1970

Soaring exports have butchers worried

Soaring exports have butchers worried

The cattle supply situation has compounded the existing challenges posed by spiralling beef and lamb prices, and higher labour and electricity costs.

NEWS 1 January 1970

Sheep Trends: another 10c/kg cut to base quotes

Sheep Trends: another 10c/kg cut to base quotes

The trade is in contrast with Northern Ireland, where the presence of buyers from Britain is adding more life to the trade and boosting live lamb sales.

MARKETS 1 January 1970

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