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Editorial: can grazing adapt to climate change?

There are still only 2,700 farmers recording more than 25 weekly measurements across the year.

16 October 2024 VIEWPOINTS

Costs, returns and targets for winter crops

It’s essential to estimate costs and look at realistic yields for crops so that you can plan for the season ahead.

9 October 2024 NEWS

Total farm debt remains stable in NI

The figures cover bank loans and overdrafts only, so the likes of asset finance and merchant credit is not included.

25 September 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND
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Red diesel prices drop

Price quotes on red diesel have slipped to a three year low point in NI on the back of lower crude oil costs.

11 September 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND
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Budget carefully when buying store lambs in 2024

For farmers buying store lambs, Kieran Mailey outlines the steps to consider when completing a breakeven budget.

7 August 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND

Red diesel prices fall below 70p/l

Diesel costs have been trending downwards during late July, dipping below 70p/l by the end of the month.

31 July 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND
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€105,000 knocked off dairy incomes in 2023

The average dairy income came in at €49,400 last year, a €105,000 reduction on the year before.

24 July 2024 NEWS
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Farming for output and sustainability in Co Antrim

At a recent Pasture for Profit farm walk, Bill Harpur outlined how he is making his cattle enterprise more sustainable while maintaining output. Kieran Mailey reports.

3 July 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND
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Wide range in veterinary call-out charges

There is a significant differential in the cost for a farm visit by vets in NI

26 June 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND