Online Auctions – Wednesday’s Calendar 04/05/2022
Wednesday’s auctions on LSL. Register at www.lslauctions.com to take part. *Details correct at the time of publication. Auctions are subject to change without notification.
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 03/05/2022
Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. FAT COW 400-500KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:AUX, 470kg 2.47/kg 1160.00SAX, 484kg 2.44/kg 1180.00 FAT COW 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.45/kgFRX 1.82/kgHEX 1.94/kgKE 1.98/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SAX, 500kg 2.54/kg 1270.00CHX, 560kg 2.5/kg 1400.00CHX, 584kg 2.40/kg 1400.00HEX, 500kg 2.22/kg 1110.00KE, 570kg 2.07/kg 1180.00AAX, 586kg 1.96/kg 1150.00 FAT COW 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.24/kgCHX 2.34/kgFR 1.92/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 656kg 2.44/kg 1600.00CHX, 626kg 2.43/kg 1520.00SAX, 656kg 2.35/kg 1540.00AAX, 636kg…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 03/05/2022
Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/Kg2.80/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 38kg 3.63/kg 138.00, 32kg 2.98/kg 95.00, 33kg 2.85/kg 95.00, 35kg 2.68/kg 95.00, 36kg 2.51/kg 91.00, 31kg 2.11/kg 65.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/Kg3.47/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 42kg 3.82/kg 161.00, 42kg 3.80/kg 161.00, 43kg 3.74/kg 162.00, 44kg 3.68/kg 161.00, 45kg 3.65/kg 165.00, 45kg 3.65/kg 165.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/Kg3.16/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 50kg 3.33/kg 168.00, 50kg 3.28/kg 165.00, 50kg…
Four f’s – the support needed for sheep farmers
Fuel, fertiliser, feed, and finance – sheep farmers need support in all four areas to compensate for the lack of resources and cash flow to produce sheepmeat. The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) highlighted this in a report to the Minister for Agriculture, Charlie McConalogue. It applies to the rest of 2022 as well as winter 2023. The sheep sector is vulnerable to the rising cost of inflation. As a result,…
Electricity and gas prices rise
Electricity and gas prices in Ireland are higher as of 1 May, 2022. The price hikes are concurrent with government’s 10-year programme for the gradual increase of the carbon tax. The carbon tax applies to carbon-emitting fuels such as coal, peat, oil, and natural gas. From 1 June, 2022, the carbon tax will increase to EUR 41 from EUR 33.50 per tonne. The carbon tax will rise to EUR 100…
Smaller Dublin apartments get higher yields
Keen to get higher returns on rental property? Buy smaller Dublin apartments to achieve a better return on investment. Gross rental yields in Dublin 1, Dublin 3, Dublin 6W, Dublin 7, and Dublin 8 are excellent, ranging from 6.19% to 7.96%. For a landlord, the gross rental yield is the rent earned before tax, vacancy, and other costs in relation to what he paid for the property. You can get more…
Multi-species swards boost lamb growth
Spring 2022 has been cold and dry, but grass growth continues at UCD Lyons Farm. What’s more, multi-species swards at their experimental sheep platform are proving to boost lamb growth. UCD is the only third-level Irish university with its own teaching and research farm. This enables students and academics to access large animal and crop enterprises for teaching and research programmes. UCD’s grass growth rate is close to 40kgDM per…
Research aims to find plant varieties resistant to climate change
A new venture which explores climate change-resistant plant varieties has been established by The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Florimond Desprez. The project hopes to increase the resistance of agricultural systems, and reduce the environmental footprint of farming activities while safeguarding agricultural yields. François Desprez, the Chair of Florimond Desprez, comments that, “In light of the need for an agro-ecological transition, the challenges of climate change and the crucial importance…
Staff shortages and pet ownership boom impacting vets
Vetoquinol UK, a veterinary pharmaceutical company, has established that vets are currently facing excessively demanding workloads. The data is a result of a study of over 200 veterinary professionals, which found that 63% feel their mental health has worsened since taking up their profession. Factors contributing to their poor mental status include high-stress levels and unmanageable expectations from clients. Staff shortages and the pandemic pet ownership boom have contributed to…
Invitation for soil restoration and management research proposals
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is calling on eligible Irish Research Performing Organisations (RPOs) to submit joint research proposals under the EJP SOIL International Call on managing and mapping agricultural soils for enhancing soil functions and services. The objective being to foster farm management practices contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation. To achieve, applicants seeking grant-aid from DAFM can apply for funding under a range of…
Quinn Property – Baltinglass Street, Stratford-On-Slaney, Co Wicklow – 05/05
Quinn Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions a residential property at Baltinglass Street, Stratford-On-Slaney, Co Wicklow on 5 May, 2022 at 16:00. 4 Lots: Lot 1: Traditional cottage on C. 0.3 acres Lot 2: C. 0.6 acre site zoned residential Lot 3: C. 0.22 acre site with planning permission for a four bedroom residence (restrictions apply). Lot 4: The Entire See the catalogue: Here. Contact Quinn Property on: +353 53…
Online Auctions – Tuesday’s Calendar 03/05/2022
Tuesday’s auctions on LSL. Register at www.lslauctions.com to take part. *Details correct at the time of publication. Auctions are subject to change without notification.
Sheep farmers unlikely to benefit from US market access
Gaining access to the US market for sheepmeat will only be worthwhile if it puts extra money in farmers’ pockets. ICSA sheep chair Sean McNamara says farmers are increasingly sceptical about whether the opening of new markets has any real benefit for them. Previously, these announcements have not prompted a strengthening of prices. “In theory, the more markets the better for farmers. But the reality is that farmers have not…
Build to rent schemes unsustainable in Dublin
Dublin City Council chief executive Owen Keegan says too many build-to-rent schemes in Dublin have made them unsustainable. What’s more, this could impact the long-term housing needs of the city. In 2020, the number of these schemes applied for or granted was almost 82%. That’s up from just over 15% in 2018. Therefore, the new city development plan should restrict the number of build-to-rent schemes included. And this is contrary to…
Public advised to be wary of a new puppy scam
The USPCA, Northern Ireland’s animal welfare charity, has published a new puppy scam alert. Illegal puppy farmers are inventing new ways to fake legitimacy and make a quick buck at the cost of the poor animal’s wellbeing. They are insisting on home checks before handing over the puppy. However, they don’t execute them. They simply want cash in an envelope handed over on the doorstep. This puppy scam alert is…
Register for the BETTER Farm Sheep Programme
Agriculture and Food Development Authority Teagasc invites farmers who want to develop sustainable sheep enterprises to join their BETTER Farm Sheep Programme. This applies to lowland sheep farmers in the Midlands, North East, and Donegal, hill sheep farmers in the South East, and organic sheep enterprises nationwide. Those interested in developing sustainable sheep enterprises must register their interest by Friday, May 20, 2022, at 5 pm IST. The BETTER Farm Sheep…
Next wave of food hikes likely to take effect soon
If the ‘experts’ are right, shoppers could soon face a second wave of food hikes. This could mean that the cost of a basket of everyday items is set to rocket in the near future. Food and Drink Ireland director, Paul Kelly, says that price hikes in animal feed, energy and fertiliser along with supply chain issues will lead to an “inevitable” rise in food prices in the coming weeks…
Brian Gleeson – Former Garda Station, Ballyduff, Co. Waterford – 05/05
Brian Gleeson Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions, for sale by public or online auction in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co Waterford on 5 May 2022 at 2pm. Description: This iconic and imposing detached three storey period property is truly impressive. This dramatic stone building with turrets is situated on an elevated circa 0.5 acre site and has spectacular views of the River Blackwater and the quaint pretty village of Ballyduff. The property currently…
Bentham Auction Mart – Blackpool Simmental Dispersal – 03/05
Bentham Auction Mart brings to auction via LSL Auctions a Blackpool Simmental Dispersal sale on Tuesday, 3 May 2022 in Ring 1 at 10:30am. 40-50 Feeding and cast cows & OTM cattle.328 Store cattle.100 Suckler breeding cattle (approx. 1pm in the Top Ring).Inc. Reduction Sale for JD Loftus, Mount Farm Due to Ill Health of the blackpool herd of pedigree simmental cattle.Comp. 23 cows/hfrs with Calves (spring and autumn born),…
10 things to do at LAMMA 2022
It’s almost time for LAMMA 2022, which takes place this week at The Birmingham NEC on 4 and 5 May, 2022. There’ll be plenty of activities at the event, such as educational talks and the latest cutting edge tech – so be sure to plan ahead.Register your free LAMMA tickets here. Here’s 10 things to do at LAMMA 2022 1. Get a sneak peek at what’s coming next in agri-tech. The Farming 4.0…
Trade mission to Mexico aims to expand pigmeat exports
This week’s trade mission to Mexico to increase pigmeat and agricultural produce exports sees Minister Martin Heydon and Bord Bia engaging with Mexican officials and agri-food stakeholders. It will be led by Minister Martin Heydon TD who will be joined by officials from the Department of Agriculture, BordBia CEO Tara McCarthy and the Embassy of Ireland for meetings with senior ministers of the Mexican government and members of the Mexican…
Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 02/05/2022
Monday’s auctions on LSL. Register at www.lslauctions.com to take part. *Details correct at the time of publication. Auctions are subject to change without notification.
Green light for Irish sheepmeat exports to the US
Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has confirmed that full access to the US market has been gained for Irish sheepmeat. This follows an agreement on a bilateral health certificate reached with the US Department of Agriculture on a veterinary health certificate for the export of Irish sheepmeat to the US which allows sheepmeat plants to formally apply for approval. The agreement comes in the wake of the publication in December 2021…
Increase in gas supply, Gas Networks Ireland confirms
Gas Networks Ireland says that there has been a 15% increase in gas demand for the month of March. The increase is the result of a rise in demand following a very stormy February, which saw a new record for wind energy. The company adds that this was led by a 36% hike in the use of gas-fired power plants used to compensate for lower renewable electricity generation. In…
Home rentals in Ireland amongst the most expensive in Europe
The Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has established that rent cap increases have effectively kept a lid on increases, but essentially worked to lower the supply of accommodation. The ESRI’s report indicates that rent pressure zones primarily benefit existing tenants, compared to those seeking accommodation. Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical agency, shows that home rentals in Ireland have increased by 66% since 2010, making it the third highest increase…
EFS applications open to NI farmers
The Department of Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs (DEARA) has announced that the sixth tranche of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) Higher Level is open for application. It is expected to to close on 13 May. EFS Higher Level provides participants with annual payments to help with bringing our most important environmental sites under favourable management. It additionally focuses on land with environmental designations, such as Special Areas of Conservation (SAC)…
Motion to axe carbon tax defeated in the Dáil
TD’s have voted against a motion to “axe the carbon tax” put forward by independent TD for Cork south-west, Deputy Michael Collins and his Rural Independent Group colleagues. According to Deputy Collions, the motion it would have put over €1,120 back into family-farms’ pocket, but the motion was defeated in the Dáil by 77 to 58 votes. TDs from Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, the Green Party and the Social…
Grain market update on 29 April
The Irish Farmer’s Association (IFA) has shared the latest grain market update, as per 29 April 2022. This shows that futures markets firmed again this week following small declines as last week progressed, poor US crop condition and the war in Ukraine continue to provide support to markets. Glanbia offered €320 and €310/t green for feed wheat and barley this week, which is an increase of €3/t on last week.…
Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 30/04/2022
Saturday’s auctions on LSL. Register at www.lslauctions.com to take part. *Details correct at the time of publication. Auctions are subject to change without notification.
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 29/04/2022
Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFRX 1.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RPX, 495kg 1.98/kg 980.00AAX, 460kg 1.74/kg 800.00HEX, 430kg 1.60/kg 690.00FRX, 410kg 1.37/kg 560.00FRX, 490kg 1.14/kg 560.00 DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.92/kgFR 1.91/kgFRX 1.56/kgLMX 2.37/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 545kg 2.53/kg 1380.00FR, 525kg 2.42/kg 1270.00SIX, 590kg 2.34/kg 1380.00LMX, 560kg 2.21/kg 1240.00FR, 580kg 2.17/kg 1260.00FR, 590kg 2.12/kg 1250.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.24/kgFR 2.03/kgFRX 2.09/kgLMX 2.19/kgSIX 2.11/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX,…