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Farmer Writes: inheritance tax drives farmers to the streets

The injustice of the inheritance tax measures has put many feet on the street in the UK, writes Joe Collingborn.

8 December 2024
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Struggles with two year-old calving

Getting heifers back into calf is more difficult in an autumn-calving herd, writes John Egerton.

4 December 2024
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Suckler scheme put back to April 2025

Minister Muir said the headage payment was “subject to budget and legislation” although he still intends to proceed with the scheme.

4 December 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND
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Farmer Writes: cattle and supermodels

The young weanlings left in the shed have started to thrive since the older calves were sold.

4 December 2024
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Be on your guard for scouring calves

Calf scour is the most common disease of dairy-bred calves, but by maximising immune function and minimising your calves’ exposure to the problem, you can make your rearing unit more resilient.

28 November 2024
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Camera at the Mart: buyers battle it out for Ballyjamesduff bullocks

Adam Woods reports from Ballyjamesduff Mart’s general cattle sale, which took place last Tuesday.

27 November 2024 MARKETS
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Dairy management: How much meal to feed to housed cows?

With virtually all herds now fully housed, the question is how much concentrate should they be on, writes Aidan Brennan.

25 November 2024 MANAGEMENT
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Irish Farmers Journal suckler roadshow comes to Clare

Adam Woods reports from the first three suckler roadshows to take place around the country and previews the last two in Clare and Kerry.

13 November 2024 MANAGEMENT
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Closing up paddocks, mart events and new scour vaccine on the market

Adam Woods has the latest tips and advice for drystock farms in this week’s Beef Management.

13 November 2024 MANAGEMENT