Michael Fitzmaurice

Small numbers of Sheep on offer at Roscommon Mart

Michael Fitzmaurice
There were small numbers of Sheep on offer at Roscommon Mart yesterday (March 2nd) and overall there was a slightly easier trade for both Hoggets and Cast Ewes.

There was a smaller entry of Ewes with Lambs at foot; however there was a good trade and high clearance of lots.

Sample Prices were as follows
  • Ewe Hoggets – 48.50 kgs made €120, 43.50 kgs made €93
  • Mixed Hoggets – 47.40 kgs made €100,
  • Wether Hoggets – 43.10 kgs made €95, 41 kgs made €85
  • Cast Ewes – made from €60 to €120 per lot
  • Ewe with Single Lamb at foot – made up to €200 per unit
  • Ewe with Twin Lambs at foot – made up to €236 per unit
  • The Roscommon Mart Sheep Sales continue weekly on Wednesdays at 11am with the Yard opening at 8:30am.
    The Sheep Scanning Service at Roscommon Mart every Wednesday from 9-10am sharp!