date:Mar 31, 2014
hich is in line with strong seasonal supplies and somewhat slower domestic demand for these animals.
The principal destinations for Irish calves have been the Netherlands, Belgium and Spain. Exports to the Netherlands are running 24% ahead of last years levels, although this is partly offset by a 5% decline for Belgium. Demand from both of these markets mainly relates to lighter Holstein Friesian bull calves between 2 and 5 weeks of age. For Spain, there tends to be a preference for stronger