Figures from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s database shows that 34,599 cattle were slaughtered during the week commencing January 6th.
Breakdown:
- Young bulls: 5,399;
- Bulls: 590;
- Steers: 11,121;
- Cows: 6,342;
- Heifers: 11,086.
Factory quotes
Factories are quoting €3.60-€3.65/kg for steers and heifers this week, while cull cow quotes are ranging from €2.80-€3.40/kg; between €3.30-€3.60/kg is being paid for young bulls.
