Strong demand for bullocks and heifers at Kilrush

Numbers are increasing at Kilrush Mart, especially in the bullock ring, according to a mart spokesperson.

“A fine trade was recorded with mostly traditional breeds available. Demand was strong for both bullocks and heifers with a number of stock purchased online.”

BULLOCKS:

• 2 AAX – 372kgs – €850 – €2.28/kg;                 
• 1 SIX – 505kgs – €1,070 – €2.12/kg;               
• 2 HEX – 397kgs – €850 – €2.14/kg;      
• 1 HEX – 680kgs – €1,240 – €1.82/kg;                
• 1 LMX  – 460kgs – €1,040 – €2.26/kg;            
• 2 FRX – 505kgs – €860 – €1.70/kg;
• 2 AAX – 462kgs – €970 – €2.10/kg;                 
• 4 FR – 517kgs – €850 – €1.64/kg; 
• 2 HEX – 442kgs – €950 – €2.14/kg;      
• 1 LMX – 375kgs – €810 – €2.16/kg.                                                  

HEIFERS:

• 2 CHX – 335kgs – €740 – €2.21/kg;  
• 1 CHX – 435kgs – €920 – €2.11/kg;
• 1 AAX – 330kgs – €650 – €1.97/kg;             
• 1 AA – 325kgs – €610 – €1.87/kg; 
• 4 AAX – 346kgs – €640 – €1.85/kg;             
• 1 HEX – 325kgs – €560 – €1.72/kg. 

CULL COWS:

• 1 HEX – 435kgs – €720 – €1.65/kg;                
• 1 FR – 585kgs – €590 – €1.01/kg; 
• 1 FR – 560kgs – €590 – €1.05/kg;                  
• 1 JEX – 600kgs – €540 – €0.90/kg.