Prime cattle remain in firm demand, with most quotes remaining unchanged for this week.
Heifers are generally working off €4.15/kg to €4.20/kg. The higher quotes of €4.20/kg are still being paid to the bigger suppliers.
Some western-based factories have tried to pull quotes, but have been unsuccessful in doing so.
Bullocks also remain in firm demand, with quotes around the €4.10/kg mark.
Higher quotes of €4.15/kg have also been paid in the last week for larger loads of cattle to more regular suppliers.
Sweetener
Haulage continues to be added in as a sweetener to get deals over the line, especially where Aberdeen Angus or Hereford cattle are involved.