Are you looking to expand your flock of sheep? Look no further! Carrigallen Mart is offering a fantastic opportunity to purchase 55 inlamb ewes on Monday 27th February. These ewes, which are of Suffolk, Mule, Texel, and Charollais breeds, will be sold in Ring 2 at 5:30 pm, with online bidding available via LSL App.
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The flock consists of perfectly sound 2, 3, and 4-year-old ewes, as well as 20 super Suffolk hoggets. All the ewes have been flocked scanned at 2 lambs per ewe and are inlamb to Suffolk, Charollais, and Texel rams. This provides a great opportunity to invest in top-quality breeding stock that can improve your flock’s genetics and increase your profits.
Why Invest in Inlamb Ewes?
Buying inlamb ewes is a smart investment decision for sheep farmers. These ewes are in their prime breeding age and are expected to produce healthy lambs that will contribute to your flock’s overall productivity. The benefit of purchasing inlamb ewes is that you can avoid the initial cost of buying replacement ewes and waiting for them to mature, which can take up to two years.
Additionally, inlamb ewes are typically cheaper than fully matured ewes, as the seller has not yet incurred the cost of raising the lamb. This means that you can acquire high-quality breeding stock at a lower cost, which will ultimately benefit your business in the long run.
Suffolk, Mule, Texel, and Charollais Breeds
The ewes for sale at Carrigallen Mart come from four different breeds: Suffolk, Mule, Texel, and Charollais. Each breed has its unique characteristics, which makes them suitable for different farming purposes.
Suffolk ewes are a popular breed in Ireland due to their excellent mothering ability and their hardiness, which makes them well-suited to the Irish climate. They are also a high-performance breed, known for producing fast-growing, muscular lambs that are in high demand in the meat market.
Mule ewes are a cross between a Bluefaced Leicester ram and a Scottish Blackface or Swaledale ewe. This makes them a hardy breed that is well adapted to harsh weather conditions. Mules are also known for their mothering ability, which makes them a popular choice for commercial farmers.
Texel ewes are a versatile breed that is well-suited for both meat and wool production. They have a good conformation, which makes them a popular choice for crossing with other breeds to produce lambs for the meat market. Additionally, Texel wool is of high quality and can be used for a variety of purposes.
Charollais ewes are a continental breed that originates from France. They are known for their fast growth rates and excellent meat quality, which makes them a popular choice for commercial farmers. Charollais lambs also have a high dressing percentage, which means that they yield a high percentage of meat.
Flocked Scanned at 2 Lambs per Ewe
These inlamb ewes are in prime condition, having been flocked scanned at 2 lambs per ewe. This means you can be assured that each ewe is in peak condition and ready to produce healthy lambs. And with a range of rams to choose from, including Suffolk, Charollais, and Texel, you can select the perfect match for your flock.
Sold in Ring 2 @5.30pm with Online Bidding via LSL App
These ewes will be sold in Ring 2 at 5.30pm, and online bidding is available via the LSL App. So no matter where you are, you can bid on these fantastic ewes and secure the perfect addition to your flock.