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Pig biosecurity database proving its value - Teagasc

Inputting the results of on-farm pig biosecurity reviews into a database is keeping the sector prepared to prevent disease, the head of pig development at Teagasc said.

PIGS 16 April 2025

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IFA calls for Department support to boost pig welfare

IFA calls for Department support to boost pig welfare

PIGS 14 April 2025

Pigs farmer frustration with TAMS scheme

Pigs farmer frustration with TAMS scheme

PIGS 9 April 2025

Fire extinguished on Cavan pig farm

Fire extinguished on Cavan pig farm

Fire extinguished on Cavan pig farm

PIGS 8 April 2025

Agri jobs: assistants needed at 260-cow dairy farm

Agri jobs: assistants needed at 260-cow dairy farm

Agri jobs: assistants needed at 260-cow dairy farm

NEWS 5 April 2025

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Pig-fattening house appealed to an Bord Pleanála for decision

Pig-fattening house appealed to an Bord Pleanála for decision

The appeal to an Bord Pleanála followed submissions raised by the EPA and Peter Sweetman.

PIGS 23 November 2024

Investigation into alleged welfare breaches on pig farms

Investigation into alleged welfare breaches on pig farms

It comes after the National Animal Rights Association (NARA) and Animal Rebellion Ireland (ARI) held a press conference on Wednesday regarding pig welfare on Irish pig enterprises.

PIGS 23 November 2024

Ever-tightening EU pig and poultry rules ‘unsustainable’ at farm level - IFA

Ever-tightening EU pig and poultry rules ‘unsustainable’ at farm level - IFA

The IFA's pig and poultry chairs have told the Commissioner that EU farmers are squeezed by food imports and regulations.

PIGS 23 November 2024

Cavan farmer elected IFA pigs chair

Cavan farmer elected IFA pigs chair

Caffrey was appointed to the role after an election took place during the committee's first meeting of the year at the Irish Farm Centre.

PIGS 23 November 2024

Aldi announces €4m contract extension with Divilly Brothers

Aldi announces €4m contract extension with Divilly Brothers

Divilly Brothers, a family-owned company, was founded in 1927, is currently headed by brothers Shane and Peter Divilly and employs over 50 people.

PIGS 23 November 2024

Explainer: what clauses are in Mercosur to for Irish farmers

Explainer: what clauses are in Mercosur to for Irish farmers

The document lined out supports for Irish farmers in case of market disturbances as well as that distinctive Irish food and drink products would be protected.

NEWS 23 November 2024

Agri jobs: Pig farm assistant needed in Cavan

Agri jobs: Pig farm assistant needed in Cavan

Coming into the Christmas period, there are employers in the pig, dairy and horticulture sectors who are looking for new employees.

PIGS 23 November 2024

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Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

Proper calf shed ventilation is crucial for maximising calf performance and profitability.

Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

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