These three-week-old Friesian bull calves sold for €75 in Bandon Mart on Monday.
Friesian calf prices rose by €10-€15 on average this week on the back of improved demand from live exporters.
Lighter and export-type calves that were selling from €25 to €70 last week rose to €40 to €85 per head on average. Stronger Friesians are selling from €80 to €120 for young quality calves and €180 to €200 for well-conformed calves with age on their side.
Weather conditions for sea crossings have improved, resulting in high numbers of calves being exported at the end of last week. This had exporters out in force to restock on Monday and Tuesday.