Roscommon

Cull ewes sell to €290 while lambs top at €200 in Roscommon Mart

This week's sale in Roscommon Mart saw an increased appetite for all types of sheep with well-fleshed cull ewes and quality store lambs sought after.

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Cull ewes sell to €290 while lambs top at €200 in Roscommon Mart

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Bord Bia launches HortLink to strengthen Ireland’s horticulture community

New grower-led network will foster collaboration, support emerging leaders and help attract the next generation of horticulture talent into the sector.

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