30 Dec 2025
Flat Lamb Prices Frustrate Irish Sheep Farmers
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Irish Sheep Sector Faces Lower Output and Stagnant Prices
Ireland’s sheep sector has endured a difficult year, with production falling sharply in 2025 while prices failed to respond, according to reporting by the Irish Examiner.
Production fell by 18% in 2025, with nearly 440,000 fewer head processed. Despite tighter supplies, lamb prices remained flat, disappointing farmers who had hoped for a seasonal uplift.
The outcome adds to concerns about margins and long-term flock viability heading into 2026.
Source article: Irish Examiner | 30 December 2025
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