Sheep
Profits from hill sheep farming, which make up to 50% of the national ewe flock are very dependent on store lamb price, according to Teagasc.
Beef
The reduction in average carcass weights to date this year has been well documented with many farmers in the business...
The slaughter age of cattle can be reduced on most farms "without necessarily increasing production costs or lowering carcass weights...
The average steer (bullock), heifer and cow carcass weights have all fell slightly in 2023, according to latest figures from the DAFM.
Qualifying in-spec U-grade organic steers are currently making €6.13/kg, according to the latest forward pricing template from...
Processors have been slow to move up weight limits for lambs in Northern Ireland, similar to what has been seen in the Republic of Ireland.
