Traditional breeds in demand at Kilrush

Demand for “good” for all types of stock at Kilrush Mart on Wednesday (August 19th), according to a spokesperson. 

They noted that buyers made their presence felt, especially in the bullock ring. “A good-sized sale for the time of year. Traditional breeds met great demand.” 

BULLOCKS:

• 1 HEX – 395kgs – €850 – €2.15/kg;              
• 4 HEX – 340kgs – €740 – €2.18/kg;               
• 1 LMX – 370kgs – €790 – €2.13/kg;
• 4 HEX – 430kgs – €850 – €1.98/kg;                
• 1 AAX – 670kgs – €1,240 – €1.85/kg.

HEIFERS:

• 1 AAX – 360kgs – €820 – €2.27/kg;  
• 2 CHX – 337kgs – €780 – €2.31/kg;
• 2 AAX – 420kgs – €820 – €1.95/kg;             
• 2 CHX – 400kgs – €880 – €2.20/kg; 
• 3 HEX – 400kgs – €830 – €2.07/kg. 

COWS:

• 1 FR – 870kgs – €1,310 – €1.51/kg;                
• 1 LMX – 655kgs – €1,010 – €1.54/kg;
• 1 FR – 490kgs – €730 – €1.48/kg;
• 1 FR – 505kgs – €670 – €1.32/kg.