Maize effluent is valuable - soak it up
Low dry matter crops of forage maize should be mixed with a product that can soak up the effluent that would otherwise run off the silage pit.
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Asia Pacific mission will cement reputation as ‘sustainable supplier’ – Hackett
The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture is set to lead Ireland’s agri-food trade mission to Thailand and Vietnam in cooperation with Bord Bia.
Schemes update: 23,720 applications to National Beef Welfare Scheme
Scheme more popular in 2024 with over 7,000 more suckler farmers applying by the deadline of 24 September.
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Reducing stress on man and beast
Justin Walsh runs a one-man operation and manages a herd of 95 beef cows and heifers at the foot of the Hill of Tara in Co Meath, along with his farming business, Justin also weighs cattle for ICBF.
Asia Pacific mission will cement reputation as ‘sustainable supplier’ – Hackett
The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture is set to lead Ireland’s agri-food trade mission to Thailand and Vietnam in cooperation with Bord Bia.
Schemes update: 23,720 applications to National Beef Welfare Scheme
Scheme more popular in 2024 with over 7,000 more suckler farmers applying by the deadline of 24 September.
In pictures: breeding heifers grab the limelight in Roscrea
The highest-quality breeding and show-type heifers sold from upwards of €4/kg while there was a solid trade for quality continental bulls which traded from €3/kg to €4/kg.
Micro-generators need priority access to power grid
Grid investment of €750m will only benefit farmers and small businesses if they can access the network.
In pictures: breeding heifers grab the limelight in Roscrea
The highest-quality breeding and show-type heifers sold from upwards of €4/kg while there was a solid trade for quality continental bulls which traded from €3/kg to €4/kg.
Sheep mart comment: demand for store lambs remains solid
Mart managers report farmers who fared well in finishing store lambs last season are returning with a keen appetite for lambs.
Camera at the Mart: prices up €40 at Mayo Blackface Group sale
There was a 100% clearance of over 550 hoggets, which averaged just shy of €200/head, while in excess of 900 ewe lambs recorded an average price of approximately €123/head.
Asia Pacific mission will cement reputation as ‘sustainable supplier’ – Hackett
The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture is set to lead Ireland’s agri-food trade mission to Thailand and Vietnam in cooperation with Bord Bia.
Dairy management: dealing with the aftermath of torrential rain
Up to 65mm of rain fell in parts of Cork and Kerry over the weekend, leading to burst river banks and flooding, writes Aidan Brennan.
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Land purchase considerations: key factors for farmers
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Budget 2025 in figures for farmers
An overview of the main payments and reliefs for farmers in Budget 2025.
Additional €8m for Beef Welfare Scheme
The overall budget for the scheme in 2025 will increase from €20m to €28m. Darren Carty and Rachel Donovan report.
Record-breaking Irish Aberdeen Angus Extravaganza
Nevan Mc Kiernan reports from this weekend's Irish Aberdeen Angus Extravaganza sale held in Thurles Mart.
Salers take centre stage at the Sommet de l'Èlevage
Nevan Mc Kiernan reports from this week's Sommet de l'Èlevage in France, where the National Salers Show took place
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SPONSOREDReducing stress on man and beast
Justin Walsh runs a one-man operation and manages a herd of 95 beef cows and heifers at the foot of the Hill of Tara in Co Meath, along with his farming business, Justin also weighs cattle for ICBF.
SPONSOREDPotential in the east for Irish agri-food exports
Ahead of the upcoming trade mission, Bord Bia Asia, Africa and Middle East manager Ciaran Gallagher examines where Vietnam and Thailand fit into Irish agri-food exports.
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Ornua loses Kerrygold trademark case in US court
Judge in case granted summary judgment in favour of defendant.
Brazil’s cattle herd to grow by 28m head in next decade
Brazil's beef production is becoming more efficient and cattle numbers will continue to grow in the decade ahead.
Four new Nuffield scholars named
Former Glanbia boss Siobhán Talbot is the headline speaker at the annual conference in Carlow.
Tirlán members vote yes to share spinout and investment move
Overwhelming majority in favour of proposals held under a single vote.
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Sustainability progress on Irish farms
Origin Green sustainability and data analytics manager Dr Eleanor Murphy reports on Irish farm emissions.
Strautmann to unveil new Primus 600 self-propelled diet feeder at EuroTier show
Strautmann will unveil a new Primus 600 series self-propelled diet feeder range at the EuroTier show in Germany next month, a newly designed offering from its chassis right through to machine control.
Kuhn adds film binding to FB 3130 fixed chamber baler
Kuhn has introduced its patented twin-reel film binding system to its FB 3130 fixed chamber round baler.
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New quad bike regulations - are you ready?
Quad bikes are designed to cope with a wide variety of terrain types and so are a fantastic aid for farm work - by Ciaran Roche, FBD risk manager.
Riverside views in Callan
This Co Kilkenny property has 17 stables, a big sand arena and a large Georgian-style house.
Louth farm in one block on the market
Most of the land is currently in tillage with the remainder in grass. The land is good quality.
Ready-to-go farm near coast suits any enterprise
A turnkey residential farm in south Co Wexford is sure to attract plenty of interest ahead of auction in early October, writes Tommy Moyles.
Essentials of milk parlour checks and servicing
Martin Merrick details some key advice in keeping your milking parlour in top condition for the latter stages of lactation.
Tipperary farmers win Teagasc FBD environmental sustainability award
Sixteen finalists from across the country eagerly awaited the announcement of the winner at the Heritage Hotel, Co Laois, on Tuesday evening.
‘No evidence’ water quality measures are enough – EPA
Ireland’s State of the Environment Report 2024 comes out once every four years and gives the EPA’s environmental analysis across a number of areas.
National Bioenergy Conference takes place this Thursday
IrBEA’s National Bioenergy Conference is set to take place this Thursday, October 10 at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin.
Micro-generators need priority access to power grid
Grid investment of €750m will only benefit farmers and small businesses if they can access the network.
Disappointment as forestry allocation cut by 17% to €91m
Leaders in the forestry industry have described the move to cut the forestry budget as "deeply disappointing".
Beech revisited as woodland and timber tree
Irish pavilion at the Venice Biennale to highlight aesthetic, functional and acoustic qualities of Irish grown beech, writes Donal Magner
Weekly news round-up from NI farming
News in-brief from across the farming and food industry in Northern Ireland.
Prime cattle push on to 500p/kg
There have been further price increases in the beef trade, with prime steers and heifers commanding 500p/kg at NI plants.
Comment
Editorial: have your say at our Women & Agriculture conference
It can be intimidating to put your hand up in a room of 600 women but your voice matters, writes Ciara Leahy.
Racing: strap in for a month of great racing around the world
Cheltenham who? With a packed calendar of fl at races coming up, it’s time to focus on the speed and spectacle of the turf, writes Mark Costello.
‘Everyone deserves excellence in education and training’
Education and Training Boards (ETBs) have appealed to all political parties to tackle inequality in the next programme for government at their annual conference in Wexford, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Louth farm in one block on the market
Most of the land is currently in tillage with the remainder in grass. The land is good quality.
Period house on 97ac for €1.85m
The house is over 2,000 sq ft in area and has five bedrooms. It is in very good condition.
