TRADE for the ridden stock was fairly low key at Cavan last week, but a lively demand for three-year-olds saved the day.

Not only did the age group produce the renewal’s top return of €9,000 but it contributed to notable hike in average to €3,408 (€2,566 in 2018). This was accompanied by a similar clearance rate of 59% (58%) while, despite a smaller number of horses passing through the ring, the turnover also increased to €252,225 (€200,150).