Alongside non-essential retail, the country's marts are also re-opening today.
However, anyone attending the sales ring who wants to view stock in pens will need an appointment.
Face masks will also need to be worn at ringside and social distancing will have to be observed, while online trading will still be facilitated.
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Cavan Councillor and mart auctioneer, Craig Lovett, says today's re-opening will be a big boost for the social aspect of marts which is important for many farmers.
Craig told this morning's Joe Finnegan Show that he can't wait to see people at ringside again:
