THERE was trade aplenty at Cavan last week where a two-day performance sale produced a solid set of returns. Largely driven by the commercial sector, the figures delivered a very positive clearance rate, albeit accompanied by prices that were modest rather than significant. Such was the determination of the auctioneers and sale connections, 76% of those on offer changed hands (66% in 2016) over the two sessions, while the average price of €2,631 also reflected an improvement from last year’s equivalent of €2,450.