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Where the money from your insurance premium goes
Lorcan Roche Kelly
A look at how insurance companies make money and manage risk.
7 July 2024 News
Emissions tax on its way for Denmark’s farmers
With New Zealand reversing its decision on a carbon tax for agriculture, Denmark is the first country in the world to have a start date for a carbon tax on farmers.
7 July 2024 News
Recommended lists for oilseed rape out
The 2024 recommended list for oilseed rape was published by the Department of Agriculture recently.
Milk supply dips for May
Irish milk production has declined for the fifth consecutive month in 2024, Central Statistics Office (CSO) data shows.
7 July 2024 News
Country’s top pedigree genetics up for grabs
The Coolkellure Belclare flock, possessing elite performing bloodlines, and the Coolkellure Charollais flock, ranked as the highest flock on the Sheep Ireland database are being dispersed on 20 July.
7 July 2024 Pedigree
IFA takes aim at sheep factories for pulling prices
The scale of the price cuts in factories is undermining farmers’ viability and squeezing their margins even more, IFA sheep chair Adrian Gallagher has said.
6 July 2024 News
Highly stocked farms feeding silage over summer 'may get used to it' - Patton
If farmers want a high stocking rate, they will be feeding silage and they'll have to accept that, Joe Patton from Teagasc has said.
6 July 2024 News
Plans to drive down the cost of insurance on track
Changes in legislation and a recent Supreme Court decision should lead to lower premiums.
6 July 2024 Insurance
ICSA calls on Irish MEPs to oppose Mercosur trade deal
The new European Parliament must prioritise its own farmers first and foremost, rather than those in the Mercosur countries, the ICSA has said.
6 July 2024 News
Five tips for finishing cattle off grass
On farms with cattle that will finish off grass later this year, outlined are a few tips to keep in mind.
6 July 2024 Management
Agri jobs: three-bed house available with full-time herdsperson role
Plenty of opportunities have become available for experienced dairy personnel, with enticing packages attached.
6 July 2024 News
Call on Government to tackle inequalities in education sector
Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI) has called on the Government to commit to tackling inequalities in the education sector by supporting their four priorities, writes Sarah McIntosh.
6 July 2024 Education