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Opinion: CSO figures a stark indicator of farming's demographic-driven decline
Pat O'Toole
There has been a reduction in suckler cow numbers again this year, which is concerning in itself. Viewed in the wider context of CSO figures, it becomes close to terrifying for farming's future.
9 October 2024 Farmer Writes
Grazing season drawing to a close
A good September was very welcome, writes Fermanagh farmer, John Egerton.
9 October 2024 Grass & feeding
Ground conditions hold up - but average farm cover declining
While grazing conditions are okay for the most part, a lack of grass is a bigger headache to many, writes Thomas Condon.
Dry cows in demand in Cashel
Adam Woods reports from last Saturday's special show and sale of weanlings in Cashel.
9 October 2024 Markets
Three places left on farm traineeship course
Course provides a pathway into careers in farming for those who don’t come from an agricultural background.
8 October 2024 News
Suckler scheme may drive down numbers
A new suckler cow scheme is due to commence in NI from the start of 2025.
2 October 2024 Northern Ireland
Farmer Writes: Autumn a disaster for grass covers
We scanned a few cows that showed up doubtful on the collars on Monday, writes Padraig Callanan.
2 October 2024 Farmer Writes
Farmer Writes: It feels like we skipped October
An upcoming TB test could see grazing for some stock come to a wind down earlier than expected, after a difficult grass-growing year on Tommy Moyles' farm at Ardfield, Clonakilty, Co Cork.
2 October 2024 Farmer Writes
Tirlán farmer views: 'I think we're selling the family silvers cheap'
Rachel Donovan spoke to a number of Tirlán suppliers at the open day in Ballyragget last week, about their thoughts on the spinout of €15m PLC shares and the year as a whole.
2 October 2024 News
How to reduce grass demand as shortages begin to bite
Two farmers have outlined the actions they have taken to reduce demand for grass and how much it is costing them.
2 October 2024 News
Budget 2025 'falls short' of addressing farming pressures - ICSA
The upper limit of eligible calves in the Beef Welfare Scheme should have been extended beyond 40 calves, ICSA president Sean McNamara has said.
1 October 2024 News
Beef Trends: factory quotes steady with agents anxious for stock
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest quotes for factory finished animals.
30 September 2024 Markets