O Neill & Flanagan Ballymanus, Aughrim 2508
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O’Neill & Flanagan – Ballymanus, Aughrim, Co. Wicklow – 25/08
O Neill & Flanagan brings to auction Via LSL Auctions 4 Lots at Ballymanus, Aughrim, Co. Wicklow on 25 August, 2022. The auction will be at Murphys Hotel, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow at 15:00.Lots: Lot 1: Circa 45 acres of landLot 2. 9000sq.ft agricultural/commercial unit with lock up areaLot 3: C. 44 acres with agricultural holdingLot 4: C. 45 acres / C.18.210 hectares The auction will be conducted in line with…
colostrum
Agriculture/Livestock News
Demand for colostrum supplies for export market
Farm suppliers with additional colostrum are being sought for a Co Limerick company, CalfPens.ie, The Farming Independent reports. The business is shipping the fluid to Germany for use in feed, sports drinks and beauty products. Demand has spiked since the venture’s Paul Dillon and Pat O’Boyle entered the market through a pilot project initiated this spring. The popularity has been so good that their new company, Biocolo, had over 60…
Ballygarvan
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Ballygarvan Agricultural Show – Saturday
The Ballygarvan Agricultural Show takes place on Saturday, 27 August, 2022 at the GAA grounds in Ballygarvan, T12 WC8V. The schedule is as follows: Pony classes 10amShow jumping 10amArts & crafts judging from 11amCattle judging 11.30amPoultry judging 12pmSheep judging 2pmDog show 3pmKids’ sports 2pm The dog show is one of the most popular events. Entries will be taken in the dog arena from 1pm on the day. The entry fee…
horse breeding
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Horse breeding under the spotlight
Commenting on current trends in horse breeding, IFA Deputy President Brian Rushe has expressed concern that foals are being sold below cost of production and that “Green Party Ministers are encouraging people to change their farming practices to niche activities which have very fragile markets”. “The Minister should be looking to do more for people currently breeding horses rather than encouraging more people to breed foals, which could undermine the…
pig price
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Welcome increase in Irish pig price
The Irish pig price increased by 4c/kg on Friday, 19 August, 2022 with farmers receiving quotes of €2.06c/kg up to €2.10/kg from processing plants. The IFA welcomed the news but pointed out that given the losses that have been and continue to mount on Irish pig farmers more upward movements are needed to return farmers to profitable margins. It will take quite some time to recoup the losses that have been incurred…
Irish Moiled Breeders Day at Killua Castle
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Irish Moiled Breeders Day at Killua Castle
The Irish Moiled Cattle Society is holding a Breeders Day at Killua Castle on Saturday, 3 September, 2022, at 11am. Numbers are required as it is a first come first served basis, so those who would like to be part of the event should contact Gillian at secretary@irishmoiledcattlesociety.com if you plan to make a weekend of it and require names of local accommodation, or to book your place. After purchasing a…
Sheep Ireland’s Elite €uro-Star Multi-Breed Ram sale
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Sheep Ireland’s Elite €uro-Star Multi-Breed Ram Sale
Sheep Ireland’s huge Elite €uro-Star Multi-Breed Ram Sale will be hosted at Tullamore Mart this Saturday, 27 August, 2022 at 11:30 am. Online bidding via LSL Auctions is preferred. Potential buyers should register in advance of the sale. There are 500 animals entered in the catalogue, making it the largest sale Sheep Ireland has ever hosted. View the catalogue here. Tullamore Mart Manager Antoinette Daly says that one change to…
Quinn Knockadawk Ballyart, Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford 2408
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Quinn Property – Knockadawk & Ballyart, Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford – 24/08
Quinn Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions a property at Knockadawk & Ballyart, Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford at The Ashdown Park Hotel on Wednesday, 24 August, 2022, at 15:00. Lot 1: Farmhouse and Extensive Range Of Outbuildings On C. 108 AcresLot 2: C. 36 AcresLot 3: C. The Entire, C. 144 Acres Outstanding C. 144 Acre Residential Holding For Sale By Public And Online Auction. Location & description:This excellent holding…
Krone tractors
Agriculture/Livestock News
Cameras on front mowers aid road safety
KRONE front mowers equipped with the DLG-certified camera system bring maximum safety to tractor-mower combinations during road travel. Introduced in 2000, the small front-mounted camera systems have now been certified by DLG (Deutsche Landwirtschaftsgesellschaft e.V.) for all KRONE mowers. It’s a smart, practical camera solution for safe manoeuvring of tractors, which have a mower mounted upfront, through narrow yard and field gates as well as on public roads. KRONE acknowledges…
EU regulations
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EU laws for TB tests: higher risk animals  
New EU regulations require animals moving from farm to farm or through the marts to be tested within a certain time frame, according to IFA Animal Health Chairman TJ Maher. He said that initially the new regulations were to come into play in January 2022 as regards all animals moving without a TB test and without a herd test within the previous six months. “Following prolonged negotiations, significant progress has…
Collectables
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Brighton Antiques, Collectables and Vintage Fair
The Brighton Antiques, Collectables and Vintage Fair will be hosted at Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 9XZ on Sunday, 28 August, 2022. Gates open at 10.30am (9.30am for Early Bird tickets) and closes at 3.30pm. The organisers have booked around 175 indoor stalls to explore, and as usual, there will be a plethora of amazing and unusual items on show. Antiques dealers will have a wide variety…
Pantiles Antiques Festival
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Two-day Pantiles Antiques Festival
The upcoming Pantiles Antiques Festival will feature 50+ exhibitors. The two-day event takes place on Saturday, 17 September and Sunday, 18 September 2022, at The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells. Kent. TN2 5TN This Love Fairs event hopes to offer attendees have the chance to buy amazing antiques whilst enjoying a great atmosphere. There’ll also be a huge choice of places to eat and drink. Set in the historic heart of…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 16/02/2023
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LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 23/08/2022
Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. M BULL 400-500KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:FRX, 450kg 1.96/kg 880.00LMX, 420kg 1.43/kg 600.00FR, 485kg 1.38/kg 670.00 M BULL 500-600KG Avg Price/KgFR 2.17/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 565kg 2.48/kg 1400.00FR, 505kg 1.86/kg 940.00FRX, 590kg 1.46/kg 860.00 M BULL 800-900KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:LM, 875kg 2.14/kg 1870.00AA, 815kg 2.06/kg 1680.00HE, 850kg 1.89/kg 1610.00 M BULLOCK 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.16/kgFR 1.68/kgFRX 1.64/kgFRX,FR 1.66/kgHEX 2.22/kgLMX 2.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 380kg…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 30/11/2022
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LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 23/08/2022
Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 20-30KG Avg Price/Kg2.69/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 27kg 3.07/kg 83.00, 28kg 3/kg 84.00, 28kg 2.99/kg 84.00, 26kg 2.97/kg 76.00, 28kg 2.87/kg 79.00, 28kg 2.84/kg 78.00 LB 30-40KG Avg Price/Kg2.81/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 36kg 3.31/kg 119.00, 31kg 3.26/kg 101.00, 33kg 3.12/kg 103.00, 34kg 3.07/kg 103.00, 37kg 3.03/kg 112.00, 37kg 3.03/kg 112.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/Kg2.77/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 45kg 3.04/kg 137.00, 44kg 2.91/kg 129.00, 44kg…
Nottingham Greyhound Stadium
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Nottingham Greyhound Stadium – Trials & Auction – 23/08
Nottingham Greyhound Stadium hosts Trials & an Auction on Tuesday, 23 August, 2022, in Ring 1 at 10:30. Please note:– Live streaming is supported on latest version of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox web browser on desktop computer and mobile devices. If you are having issues, please try one of the supported browsers.– If your mobile is not registered with Nottingham Greyhound Stadium, please call Nottingham Greyhound Stadium on +44 208…
dream machine
Agriculture/Livestock News
Configure your Joskin dream machine
Choosing a Joskin dream machine has never been easier since the company best known in Ireland for its slurry tankers extended the application of its online configurator to its entire range. Accessible on a smartphone as well as on a tablet or computer, the configurator is the latest addition to the Belgian company’s growing range of digital tools, which currently includes its website, digital showrooms, virtual tours of their factories,…
Virginia Show
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Family day out at The Virginia Show
The 79th Virginia Show takes place at the Virginia Showgrounds, Rahardrum, Virginia, Co. Cavan tomorrow (Wednesday, 24 August, 2022). Ireland’s leading agriculture and lifestyle event promises a fantastic day out for the whole family from all agricultural and non-agricultural backgrounds. There will be almost 200 trade stands offering everything from artisan food and beverages to handcrafted toys and clothing plus the latest in farming technology and everything in between. Purchase…
Kilmainham Gaol Museum
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Michael Collins display in Kilmainham Gaol Museum
The Kilmainham Gaol Museum is exhibiting artefacts pertaining to the death of Michael Collins at Béal na Blá. The display marks the centenary of his assassination on 22 August 1922. Amongst the significant artefacts are items that once belonged to Lady Hazel Lavery, such as a note Collins wrote but never sent on the day he was killed. It reads: ‘Hazel, my Dear Dear Hazel, I too wish it were…
Tipperary Food Tours Blackcastle Farm
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Food producers on show at Tipperary Food Tours
Tipperary Food Tours give locals and tourists the opportunity to visit the homes and farms of some of the area’s hard-working producers. These experiences with Tipperary farmers offer insight into day-to-day life, and the processes involved in creating some of Ireland’s finest quality food and drink produce. The venture is an initiative by the 36-member strong Network and Tipperary Tourism, who are motivated to engage in shared learning and resources,…
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Hennessy Machinery Auctions – Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery – 20/08 – 22/08
Hennessy Machinery Auctions hosts a Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery auction via LSL Auctions from 20 to 22 August, 2022, at 10:30. Lots include (see catalogue for details): New Holland TM Front Linkage 12 x 7 Tractor Tipping Trailer Toyota Hi Lux Insert 2017 Honda TRX 420 4WD Quad Husqvarna Ride On Mower Heavy Duty Pallet Forks Nugent 14′ Tri Axle Cattle Trailer Yardscraper Amazon Fert Spreader Nugent…
ICOS Skillnet
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Free Co-op and Farm Business Development Programme
ICOS Skillnet has confirmed the launch of its 2022 – 2023 programme. A free Co-operative and Farm Business Development Programme targets young farmers, and is designed to advance the management skills of participants and increase their understanding of the co-operative sector. The course starts in October 2022 and finishes in June 2023. This online, interactive learning programme includes discussion forums and in-person sessions. Most of the lessons will be self-directed,…
better future
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Farming for a better future – Teagasc
Teagasc will host an open day to demonstrate farming methods for a better future at its Environment Research Centre, Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford on 30 August, 2022, at 10am. The event will feature technologies and practices that can help maintain farm productivity and profitability while increasing overall environmental sustainability. The programme will cover grass clover and multispecies swards, fertiliser and slurry technologies, biodiversity and water quality, dairy and dairy-beef systems. Teagasc advisory services will…
SFSI course
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Local Inspections Training – Auditing Skills course – SFSI
Sustainable Food Systems Ireland (SFSI) provides technical assistance in all aspects of agri-food development and regulation, and their next auditing skills training course for local inspectors will be from 17 to 21 October, and from 7 to 11 November, 2022, in Dublin. There may be an additional date for this training, titled Local Inspections Training – Auditing Skills, in December this year. The aim of the course is to help attendees gain…
horses
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Ministers told to stop “thinking out loud” after horses remark – ICMSA
Pat McCormack, President of ICMSA, reacted to Green Party Minister of State Pippa Hackett’s comment about horses last week. This was after she suggested livestock farmers could possibly introduce horses as a way of reducing emissions while supporting the equestrian sector. McCormack said: “ICMSA fully accepts that we must ‘think outside the box’ when it comes to emissions and the transition to lower carbon. We are up for that; we…
rural future
Agriculture/Livestock News
Access upgrades – rural homes and farms
Government funding for the upgrade of laneways and non-public roads leading to rural homes and farms has been increased to €22 million. This falls under the Local Improvement Scheme for 2022, which focuses on upgrading access routes to rural homes, farms and outdoor amenities. Heather Humphreys TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, made the announcement: “The recent census results show that the population of rural Ireland is growing. This…