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February 15, 2021 6:00 pm
With the 2021 breeding season soon getting into motion, one of the first pedigree bull sales of the year took place in the showgrounds of Carrick-on-Shannon on Saturday, February 13.
As it was the first multi-breed sale of the sale hosted by the Midlands and Western Livestock Improvement Society, it saw mainly Angus and Charolais breeds on offer with a sprinkling of Hereford, Limousin and Shorthorn breeds also.
Overall, some high prices were recorded but the trade was challenging as only half the bulls on offer found new homes.
The sale was not helped by the snowy weather conditions and no customer presence at ringside to contest in the bidding. Some farmers are also holding on until the spring progresses further before they begin sourcing their bulls.
Fermoyle Puma who sold for €8,600
The Midland and Western Livestock Improvement Society hosted its elite continental sale last Saturday in Carrick-on-Shannon.
Offering light at the end of a tough year, over 75% of lots sold, with prices up to €8,600.
Topping the trade was the Charolais bull Fermoyle Puma.
Bred by Mayo breeder William Scanlon, this powerful bull is a son of old favourite Doonally New.
This was top of a number of high prices on the day.
Selling for €6,100 was Dereskit Prince from Basil Bothwell, Co Cavan. This stylish bull is a son of Jaquard.
Also breaking the €5,000 mark was Aughnacreevy Paddy ET who sold for €5,800. Bred by fellow Cavan breeder Liam McDermott, Paddy was a son of the aforementioned Doonally New.