Lambs: only suckling lamb prices are rising

Lamb prices in Spain have remained stable, with only suckling lambs experiencing a price increase due to Easter demand and a limited supply. The hospitality industry is driving a rise in domestic consumption. Trade with Europe is ongoing, with Spain selling large animals to France and small ones to Italy and Greece. Trade with Muslim countries has slowed but is expected to pick up for the Feast of the Lamb, particularly from Algeria. The article provides a detailed account of the prices at the León Market and other regional markets, showing variations in price per live kilo across different weight categories.

Lamb prices remain unchanged, except for the rise in prices for suckling lambs, in a short sales week, but buoyed by Easter sales. Domestic consumption is increasing, especially in the hospitality industry, which is especially important during this time. The supply of animals remains limited, which helps maintain prices, according to sources from the Ebro Market. The proximity of Easter is boosting consumption of suckling lambs, at a time when their supply also increases due to lambing. Heavy animals, awaiting export destinations, remain in short supply, and as a result, their value remains high, as prevailing prices in Europe are much lower than in Spain. Trade with Europe remains brisk, with sales of large animals to France and of small animals to Italy and Greece. Trade with Muslim countries has slowed after Ramadan, but is expected to resume for the Feast of the Lamb, especially from Algeria. However, there were increases in the Salamanca Market, with increases of 10 cents ...