Farming: Latest results from the sales rings at Dungarvan Mart

The following are the results from Dungarvan Mart for Monday, April 13: 

WANTED

There is exceptionally high demand and excellent prices being paid at present for all types of cows, bullocks and heifers in Dungarvan Mart's sales rings. They are also experiencing enquiries for dairy stock. If you are considering buying or selling, please contact Kevin on 087 2268392.

COWS

• 1 × FRX, 2019 born, 575kg sold for €1,820 (€3.16/kg).
• 1 × FR, 2024 born, 460kg sold for €1,330 (€2.89/kg).
• 1 × FR, 2017 born, 660kg sold for €1,870 (€2.83/kg).
• 1 × AAX, 2014 born, 500kg sold for €1,410 (€2.82/kg).
• 1 × FR, 2020 born, 615kg sold for €1,740 (€2.83/kg).
• 1 × NRX, 2023 born, 515kg sold for €1,440 (€2.80/kg).

BULLOCKS

• 1 × AAX, 21 months, 585kg sold for €2,350 (€4.02/kg).
• 4 × AA, 14 months, 325kg sold for €1,480 (€4.55/kg).
• 5 × CHX, 13 months, 440kg sold for €1,960 (€4.45/kg).
• 6 × FR, 12 months, 439kg sold for €1,610 (€3.67/kg).
• 2 × FR, 11 months, 350kg sold for €1,270 (€3.63/kg).
• 4 × HEX, 13 months, 337kg sold for €1,480 (€4.39/kg).

HEIFERS

• 3 × HEX, 12 months, 240kg sold for €1,140 (€4.75/kg).
• 3 × LMX, 12 months, 258kg sold for €1,280 (€4.96/kg).
• 2 × LMX, 14 months, 355kg sold for €1,630 (€4.59/kg).
• 3 × AAX, 14 months, 353kg sold for €1,390 (€3.94/kg).
• 2 × LMX, 15 months, 395kg sold for €1,680 (€4.25/kg).

CALF PRICES

Results from Thursday, April 9: 

Bulls

• 1 × LMX bull, 1 month, 125kg made €750.
• 3 × HEX bulls, 5 months, 156kg made €730.
• 1 × AAX bull, 1 month, 80kg made €580.
• 1 × CHX bull, 1 month, 75kg made €660.

Heifers

• 5 × LMX heifers, 2 months, 83kg made €500.
• 4 × AAX heifers, 1 month, 68kg made €440.
• 1 × LMX heifer, 1 month, 80kg made €460.
• 3 × HEX heifers, 1 month, 75kg made €470.

DEPARTMENT REGULATIONS

All animals presenting for sale must be in test and have two tags. Calves must be 11 days old or over, have a BVD test and, if over 42 days, must be TB tested.

SHEEP COLLECTION

Dungarvan Mart holds regular sheep collections, with prices available on Mondays. If you wish to be added to the texting service for these collections, please contact the mart on 058 41611. The next sheep collection will be held on Tuesday, April 14.

CALF SALES

Calf sales take place on Thursdays in Ring 2, starting at 12 noon, with intake opening at 8am.

All calves must be 11 days old and have two tags. Calves over 42 days must be TB tested. Calves will be weighed before sale. Viewing and bidding is available online at livestock-live.com.

CANTEEN

Patrons are advised that a canteen service is now open on Mondays and Thursdays at Dungarvan Mart, serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and desserts.