Ireland: Beef price edges up despite short week

This week’s factory quotes for beef cattle sees price increases of 5c/kg materialise at some sites, while other outlets are holding prices for cattle at the same level as last week. The price increase at some sites comes despite the four-day kill this week due to St. Patrick’s Day on Friday (March 17). Generally, in a four-day week, it is unusual to see any upward movement on price, so the rise at some outlets is a positive signal for the trade. Heifers and steers Heifers are generally being quoted at €5.25/kg on the grid this week, however €5.30/kg is still being paid for some. A weight bonus at one Co. Donegal outlet leaves €5.35/kg on the grid available for heifers with a carcass weight between 300-400kg. Bullocks (steers) are generally being quoted at a price of €5.20/kg on the grid, however €5.30/kg is being paid for bullocks at the higher-end of the scale. Advertisement Cow factory quotes Factory quotes for cows remain positive this week with as high as €5.15/kg being ...