Farmers around Ireland are being asked to wear face coverings on an ongoing basis when attending marts and other communal settings.
Organisers say the reintroduction of Covid-19 restriction measures in the midlands has focused minds on the risk of infection and health and safety must be a priority.
The Kilcullen Mart in Kildare was back in business today with less of the usual colour and banter that accompanies the buying and selling of livestock in rural Ireland.
This time there were noticeable differences to the way people were conducting business. The overwhelming majority of cattle dealers were wearing face coverings - disposable masks, cloth covers and face visors.