Aidan
E: abrennan@farmersjournal.ie
T: 01 419 9500
From a family run dairy farm in Co Tipperary. Graduated with a degree in Agriculture in 2007 and a diploma in Economics in 2010. Managed research farms in Teagasc Moorepark for over seven years, working with researchers on grazing and genetic experiments. Passionate about profitability pasture based dairy farming systems. Joined the Irish Farmers Journal as Dairy Specialist in 2015.
Aidan Brennan on 20 Nov 2024
Dairy Trends: GDT up 1.9% and butter breaks records
The price of butter has broken the previous record set just two months ago, writes Aidan Brennan.
Aidan Brennan on 20 Nov 2024
Dairy Management: teat sealing heifers and drying off cows
Aidan Brennan says that it is better to teat seal heifers when they are still at grass, if possible.
Aidan Brennan on 20 Nov 2024
Dairy Day going ahead - start time delayed
An orange weather warning has been issued for counties in Munster, but Dairy Day is going ahead, writes Aidan Brennan.
Aidan Brennan on 18 Nov 2024
Dairy Management: cold weather won’t affect Dairy Day
A colder front moving in from the north is the first noticeable sign of winter, writes Aidan Brennan.
Aidan Brennan on 18 Nov 2024
Three steps to secure the Irish dairy industry’s future
Aidan Brennan takes a look at the steps needed in order to capitalise on the future opportunities facing the dairy farming sector.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
What are the key topics at Dairy Day 2024?
Aidan Brennan previews some of the 'must-see' sessions at Dairy Day 2024 in SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
Welcome to the Dairy Dragons
The much-coveted Dairy Dragons returns with three companies vying for €50,000 in virtual cash.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
Compliance costing dairy farmers €16,300 per year
The extra costs associated with new environmental and sustainability compliance is costing dairy farmers €16,300 annually on top of extra investment costs of €19,560, writes Aidan Brennan.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
Farmers set to be benchmarked on fertiliser surplus
Nutrient surplus will be calculated based on feed and fertiliser register and is set to be included in the next Nitrates Action Programme.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
Dairy Trends: markets going in the right direction
Butter is leading the charge this week, as prices increase by €145/t to be within touching distance of the last peak price.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
Dairy Management: updates to the nitrogen excretion rates for cows and cattle
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that it intends on bringing in the changes with immediate effect after the public consultation.
Aidan Brennan on 13 Nov 2024
Dairy Day 2024: Co-ops at a crossroads
Mergers, buy-outs and spin-outs will all be discussed at Dairy Day on 21 November at SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh.