Good news for farmers as lamb quotes rise by up to 25c/kg

Sean McNamara of the ICSA expects prices to rise further, with €7.00/kg ‘possible in three weeks’. Photo: Brian Farrell

Martin Coughlan

Confidence in the sheep trade got a shot in the arm yesterday as factory quotes for lamb strengthened considerably.

The ICM groups and Dawn Ballyhaunis lifted their quotes by 25c/kg, to €6.35+20c/kg quality assurance and €6.45+10c/kg QA respectively.