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11 dairy farms lose SDAS certification

The number of failures is almost double that recorded in the same four-month period last year when just six farmers were deemed not eligible for SDAS certification.

NEWS 7 May 2025

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Calf price update: bull calf prices increase across the breeds as supply falls

Calf price update: bull calf prices increase across the breeds as supply falls

MARKETS 7 May 2025

Camera at the Mart: great demand for beef calves in Tullow

Camera at the Mart: great demand for beef calves in Tullow

MARKETS 7 May 2025

Dairy calf to beef prizes rising

Dairy calf to beef prizes rising

Dairy calf to beef prizes rising

DEALER 7 May 2025

Farmer Writes: breeding kicks off

Farmer Writes: breeding kicks off

Farmer Writes: breeding kicks off

FARMER WRITES 7 May 2025

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Still learning a thing or two about farming

Still learning a thing or two about farming

Co Down farmer Derek Robinson has added calf-rearing to his dairy heifer enterprise.

NORTHERN IRELAND 30 April 2025

Farmers report over 110 cattle as stolen or missing

Farmers report over 110 cattle as stolen or missing

The Department of Agriculture has told the Irish Farmers Journal that of these cattle, 10 have been reported stolen in 2025 up until 23 April.

NEWS 30 April 2025

Calf trade continues to drive on prices

Calf trade continues to drive on prices

Demand for calves remains extremely strong across both the home and European market. This combined with a fall off in supply is resulting in price increases at marts across the country.

NEWS 30 April 2025

Camera at the mart: As you were with 1,400-calf catalogue at Bandon sale

Camera at the mart: As you were with 1,400-calf catalogue at Bandon sale

There was no upset in trade as prices held firm in Bandon Mart where over 1,400 calves went through the ring at the west Cork venue's bank holiday calf sale.

MARKETS 30 April 2025

Farmer Writes: dry weather causing problems

Farmer Writes: dry weather causing problems

English farmer Joe Collingborn gives an update on grass growth, the TB status of his herd and fertiliser.

FARMER WRITES 30 April 2025

Calf price update: prices shoot up as supply slips back

Calf price update: prices shoot up as supply slips back

Calf numbers slipped back following a rise the previous week and this, combined with exceptional demand from farmers and shippers, resulted in calf prices going up right across the board.

MARKETS 30 April 2025

Farmer Writes: enjoy this spell while it lasts

Farmer Writes: enjoy this spell while it lasts

The yard work is beginning to wind down on Tommy Moyles' farm at Ardfield, Clonakilty but already eyes are starting to turn to 2026.

FARMER WRITES 30 April 2025

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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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