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Marts brace for a surge in cow numbers

Sean Dennehy of Bandon Mart said the number of cows going through sales rings had doubled over the last few weeks.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Marts brace for a surge in cow numbers

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Catering call for Carrigallen Mart

Catering call for Carrigallen Mart

DEALER 5 August 2026

Sheep mart watch: bigger sheep numbers appearing in marts

Sheep mart watch: bigger sheep numbers appearing in marts

MARKETS 5 August 2026

County Wexford Sheep Breeders Association celebrates 135 years

County Wexford Sheep Breeders Association celebrates 135 years

County Wexford Sheep Breeders Association celebrates 135 years

NEWS 5 August 2026

Watch: top call of €4,320 in Elphin for weanling heifers

Watch: top call of €4,320 in Elphin for weanling heifers

Watch: top call of €4,320 in Elphin for weanling heifers

MARKETS 4 August 2026

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Three marts moved client credit accounts back into the green last year

Three marts moved client credit accounts back into the green last year

Three unnamed livestock marts’ client account deficits came to light after compliance audits were carried out last year.

NEWS 28 July 2026

Calf exports dip on 2025 levels

Calf exports dip on 2025 levels

Calf export levels are marginally back compared to mid-July last year according to the latest figures from Bord Bia, with the Dutch market outperforming expectations.

NEWS 28 July 2026

Camera at the Mart: strong demand for all types in Cahir

Camera at the Mart: strong demand for all types in Cahir

Sharp demand was seen for both store- and finished-type lambs, while cull ewes also remained a solid trade.

MARKETS 28 July 2026

Sheep Mart Watch: cull ewe trade holding strong

Sheep Mart Watch: cull ewe trade holding strong

As the sheep trade remains steady, some areas with poor grass supply are noticing some downward pressure, but the finished lamb trade remains steady amid low numbers being presented for sale.

MARKETS 28 July 2026

Fat lambs sell to £186 in Kilrea Mart

Fat lambs sell to £186 in Kilrea Mart

The weekly sheep sale took place in Kilrea, Co Derry on Monday. Peter McCann reports

NORTHERN IRELAND 28 July 2026

Martbids Database: trade remains tough amid several challenges

Martbids Database: trade remains tough amid several challenges

A shortage of grass is the main factor in the equation, with it having a knock-on effect on both finished and store cattle prices.

MARKETS 28 July 2026

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Shane Fitzgerald spoke to Hannah Furlong about what the win means for Mayo people, sheep farming, his florist business and looking for love.

NEWS 28 July 2026

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