The Hereford Society recently held another calf promotion in the South West of Cork, at Skibbereen Mart, with a good turn out on the day. Demand for Hereford calves remain strong with prices continuing to grow.
William Forde sold his champion bull for €350, which is €80 more in comparison to 2014 when William took the champion rosette with one of his calves, which sold for €270 at the same event.
Champion Hereford Bull calf owned by William Forde, Drimoleague,(centre) sold for €350, receiving his prize from Paddy Hickey. West Cork Hereford Club and Christy Mullins, West Cork Hereford Club.Champion Hereford Heifer calf owned by Sylvister Cotter, Caheragh, sold for €275. Paddy Hickey, West Cork Hereford Club, presenting the prize to Gene Lynch, who received it on the owners behalf.
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