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Over 20 cheeses recalled from supermarket shelves

The FSAI has recalled various branded cheeses produced by Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese.

18 December 2024 NEWS
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Navigating a period of high risk for Avian Influenza

Teagasc poultry specialist Rebecca Tierney takes a look at Avian Influenza and the threat that it poses to the Irish poultry industry.

15 December 2024 POULTRY

Discarded batteries among reasons for 18 cattle deaths from lead poisoning

Animals usually present with clinical signs of acute lead poisoning such as sudden death or blindness, staggering, head pressing and convulsions.

13 December 2024 NEWS

Raw milk samples in US to be tested for bird flu

The National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS) was announced by US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

10 December 2024 NEWS

Biosecurity measures in place to reduce bird flu risk

Precautionary measures are in place to reduce the risk of transmission of avian influenza to poultry in Ireland.

7 December 2024 NEWS

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.

6 December 2024 NEWS
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Red Tractor comes out top in assurance schemes

Farmers in the UK have to meet the highest standards in farm assurance schemes.

20 November 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND

Farmers protest EU-Mercosur deal through Brussels

The demonstration in the Belgian and EU capital included a march with tractors, crosses and signage with chanting such as ‘Free farmers, stop free trade’.

13 November 2024 NEWS

Carnew Mart restaurant shut down

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland announced that the Wicklow food venue was one of eight businesses in the country issued with closure orders during the month of October.

13 November 2024 NEWS