Beef
Average calf prices firmed up in several categories last week after declines in previous weeks,...
Calf prices have seen a decline in several categories in the week ending Sunday, March 15, according to latest ICBF figures.
The average price paid for calves increased in most categories in the week ending Sunday, March 8, according to the latest official data.
Average calf prices for the week ending Sunday, March 1, have substantially increased when compared...
Average calf prices have increased significantly on the prices paid this time last year but declined in several categories since last week.
The price of Friesian cattle, and other breeds, has grown significantly year-on-year according to the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation.
The unprecedented calf price surge this year has come as a surprise and many are wondering - what has caused this trend?
The average price paid for Angus bull calves from 3-6 weeks of age at marts in the week ending Sunday, May 4, reached a record €402.
Average prices for bull and heifer calves from 3-6 weeks of age in all the main beef-sire breeds are now above €300.
The average prices paid for calves remained more stable this week with slight price increases recorded in some categories of calves.