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Definition of ‘woman farmer’ included in draft CAP plan

New CAP regulations focus on promoting the participation of women in the socio-economic development of rural areas, with special attention to farming. The definition of a ‘woman farmer’ will now refer to any individual farmer not meeting the definition of a ‘young farmer’ that identifies as a woman. The Department of Agriculture has outlined that applicants must be able to “demonstrate that they are a woman” in the form of…

Unreal Super Animal at Ennis Mart. Check out this Limousin in Lot 20 sold for €3,900

Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-ENNIS-1689404 Subscribe for free to watch Today’s Auction: www.lslauctions.com Catchup on all the weeks auction with On-Demand replay at https://www.lslauctions.com/Premium LSL Auctions is now available Live and On-Demand for Smart TVs with the LSL TV App for Samsung TV, LG TV, Android TV and Apple TV. LSL News.

Kuhn’s fast VBP 3165 baler optimises film binding

KUHN has unveiled its new VBP 3165, which baler specialist Thomas Ferrand says, “will save contractors and farmers time in the field and make ordering easier. There is space on board to store 10 rolls of film, meaning the operator can carry more than sufficient for a day’s work.” The VBP 3165 now houses a twin-reel film binding system like that of its fixed chamber balers. This is will enable…

New environmental provisions for Northern Ireland

“Protecting and enhancing our environment is a priority for my department and I am pleased to introduce these new provisions to further safeguard our planet.” These were the words of Northern Ireland Environment Minister Edwin Poots as he confirmed that new legislative provisions were added to the Environment Order 2022. The changes to the document include a new legal framework for environmental governance and accountability, and was approved by the Northern…

Hike in global food prices, according to FAO

Figures by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has revealed that global food prices increased by over 24% compared to the same period last year. There has additionally been a rise in the price of vegetable oils which were set at an increase of 8.5%, placing the commodity at a record high. This was mainly due to the supply issues, including reduced palm oil availability from…

ICBF figures show that calf registration is climbing

Recent figures from the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) show that the total number of calves registered for the year to date is 856,878 head. The week ending 4 March 2022, totalled 139,451 head registered. Compared to the same period last year, registrations are 3,413 head further on. Within these registration figures, 118,343 calves are registered to dairy dams, which marks a decrease compared to the same period in 2021, when 124,076…

Sunderland to be home to Europe’s largest liquid fertiliser plant

Brineflow has announced that it has begun with the construction of Europe’s largest liquid fertiliser plant. The plant which is to be built at Port of Sunderland comes as the company has just completed the opening of its purpose-built terminal there. With £5 million invested in the projects over the past year, it is said that it has led to the creation employment throughout the supply chain. In its description of the…

Quinn Property, Mall View House, Market Square, Bunclody, Co. Wexford – 22/03

Live Online Sale by Quinn Property via LSL Auctions on Tuesday, 23 March, 2022, 3pm Location: Mall View House enjoys a prominent location within the centre of Bunclody. The property is adjacent to the Market Square, where Main Street, Irish Street, Ryland Street and the Carnew Road all meet. The upper floors benefit from pleasant views of the Market Square and its garden. The River Slaney flows through Bunclody, offering a wide range…

Online Auctions – Tuesday’s Calendar 08/03/2022

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.

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 07/03/2022

Monday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. EWE 20-30KG Avg Price/KgEWE 1.31/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE, 26kg 2.62/kg 68.00EWE, 23kg 0/kg 0.00 EWE 30-40KG Avg Price/KgEWE 2.74/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE, 39kg 3.44/kg 134.00EWE, 39kg 3.31/kg 128.00EWE, 38kg 1.49/kg 56.00 EWE 40-50KG Avg Price/KgEWE 1.55/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE, 42kg 3.25/kg 138.00EWE, 46kg 2.26/kg 104.00EWE, 40kg 1.75/kg 70.00EWE, 46kg 1.65/kg 76.00EWE, 49kg 1.54/kg 75.00EWE, 44kg 1.41/kg 62.00 EWE 50-60KG Avg Price/KgEWE 1.43/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE,…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 07/03/2022

Monday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. WH 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.76/kgBBX 3.41/kgCHX 2.87/kgLM 3.11/kgLMX 3.07/kgPTX 3.08/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:BBX, 350kg 8.74/kg 3060.00BBX, 380kg 8.45/kg 3210.00BB, 365kg 8.22/kg 3000.00BBX, 330kg 7.30/kg 2410.00LMX, 325kg 6.46/kg 2100.00BBX, 345kg 5.74/kg 1980.00 WH 400-500KG Avg Price/KgBBX 3.22/kgLM 2.88/kgLMX 3.24/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:BBX, 435kg 7.63/kg 3320.00LMX, 435kg 6.44/kg 2800.00LMX, 405kg 4.89/kg 1980.00LMX, 475kg 4.63/kg 2200.00CHX, 400kg 4/kg 1600.00LMX, 405kg 3.98/kg 1610.00 WH 500-600KG Avg Price/KgBBX…

‘Blended’ auctions could be the new normal

Blended land auctions might just be commonplace in the future. That is according to Limerick auctioneer Tom Crosse, who appeared at last month’s IPAV’s Farming Report 2022 virtual launch and webinar. The GVM group property director discussed the current phenomenon of selling farms both in person and online. With computer access, nowadays it is just as easy for a person to purchase a “lot” at a physical auction as it…

Big interest in this LMX at Mohill Mart, lot 960 sold for €2,520 via LSL Auctions

Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-MOHILL-1682576 Subscribe for free to watch Today’s Auction: www.lslauctions.com Catchup on all the weeks auction with On-Demand replay at https://www.lslauctions.com/Premium LSL Auctions is now available Live and On-Demand for Smart TVs with the LSL TV App for Samsung TV, LG TV, Android TV and Apple TV. LSL News.

Government announces crop-planting scheme amid food security concerns

As concerns over food security mount government has announced several methods in alleviating concern. In its recent announcement government says that it would introduce a crop-planting scheme for farmers in order to assist with the current crisis that may be looming as fighting continues with Russia and Ukraine. Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue announced that he would meet with farm organisations on Tuesday to discuss this…

Unauthorised peat extractions focus of inspections says EPA

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released its annual summary report, and has highlighted the impact of enforcement efforts conducted in 2021. The focus of the efforts was mainly surrounding ‘unauthorised peat extraction sites’ upon which the EPA had conducted 48 inspections regarding this. The EPA had confirmed that it had increased its enforcement activities throughout the country, with emphasis on the activities at 840 licenced industrial and waste installations.…

Dip in sheep kill figures for week ending 26 February

There has been a decrease in the number of sheep kill for last week, with the recent figure of sheep processed said to be at 53,141. The figures were released by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). Analysts have compared the recent statistics to the same period in 2021 and there has been a significant change in figures, however throughput appears to be surpassing last year’s figures.…

Consultation needed with regards to compulsory crop growing says IFA

The Irish Farmers Association has reacted to reports that farmers may be required to grow crops in 2022, due to potential food shortages. IFA President Tim Cullinan states that, to date, there has been no liaison with farmers. “We are in very challenging times and farmers will certainly play our part in any national or European effort,” he said. “However, it is far from certain that asking all farmers to…

Respiratory diseases the primary cause of death in ewes

Shane McGettrick, the laboratory manager with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s Regional Veterinary Laboratory in Co. Sligo, spoke to farmers at a recent Teagasc National Hill Sheep Conference. One of the takeaways from his address was that the highest mortality rate in ewes was linked to respiratory diseases. He shared that both he and his colleague established the common diagnosis to be respiratory issues. “After that, we have…

Quinn Property – Ruanmore House, Tinteskin, Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford – 05/04

Live Online Sale by Quinn Property via LSL Auctions on Tuesday, 5 April, 2022, 3pm Lot 1 – Ruanmore House, Tinteskin, Kilmuckridge, Co Wexford Y25 PW24 A beautifully restored traditional farm house on a c.05 acre site with traditional outbuildings suitable for residential/studio use for sale by on-line auction. Location: This property is located in a wonderful coastal location approximately 2km of Kilmuckridge Village. The area offers an array of amenities such as primary and secondary schools,…

Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 07/03/2022

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.

Low planting rate leads to prompting by the Department

It has been ascertained that over 450 landowners haven’t yet used their forestry licences. These farmers have been issued with a letter from the Department of Agriculture asking them to detail the reason for the lack of planting. In a separate missive to forestry advisors, the Department says the conversion rate from licensing to planting is low. “This low conversion rate means that a disproportionate amount of processing effort both…

13 Agricultural shows on the NI calendar this year

Yes, it’s showtime! The Northern Ireland Shows Association has confirmed 13 agricultural shows scheduled for this year. Show season will start in mid-May 2022 in Northern Ireland, with the calendar set to draw to a close in early December. Punters are advised that Killyleagh and Newry agricultural shows will not take place this year. Upcoming 2022 agricultural shows in NI Balmoral: 11, 14 May Ballymoney: 3, 4 June Lurgan: 4…

Farming 360 launched to upskill farm families

Farming 360 is a new initiative that has been launched and will see farming families being able to access an 11-week programme aimed at improving traditional and digital skills. It features a combination of practical skills, training and information and additionally provides the opportunity to learn about alternative farm futures. The programme will also cover health and safety practices, changes to the upcoming Common Agriculture Policy (CAP) and additional topics…

Agricultural sector largest emitter of GHG

The agricultural sector was the largest contributor to greenhouse gases (GHG) in Northern Ireland in 2019 with a total figure of emissions recorded at 26%. The figures were published by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) earlier this week. The findings, based on information provided by the Agri-Food and Bioscience Institute (AFBI), indicated that the 29 years between 1990 and 2019 showed that emissions initially increased by…

Students praised at AgSoc career fair

With growing uncertainty in the farming sector of late, comes a ray of hope in the form of a group of young enthusiastic agricultural-science students from the University of Dublin. The group of more than 100 students attended the AgSoc Careers Fair earlier this week, and were addressed by the Minister of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue. “A decade or more ago, the typical agricultural science student studied…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 05/03/2022

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 01/03/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 04/03/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFRX 1.46/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FRX, 470kg 1.66/kg 780.00FRX, 485kg 1.59/kg 770.00FRX, 455kg 1.12/kg 510.00 DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.59/kgFRX 1.66/kgJEX 1.20/kgLMX 2.05/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 560kg 2.39/kg 1340.00LMX, 595kg 2.17/kg 1290.00FRX, 595kg 2.07/kg 1230.00LMX, 590kg 1.93/kg 1140.00FR, 590kg 1.80/kg 1060.00FRX, 540kg 1.78/kg 960.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.74/kgFRX 1.58/kgHEX 1.79/kgLMX 2.08/kgSIX 2.01/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHX, 655kg 2.32/kg 1520.00SI, 675kg 2.25/kg 1520.00CHX,…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 04/03/2022

Friday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 20-30KG Avg Price/Kg3.18/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 29kg 3.19/kg 92.00, 28kg 3.16/kg 90.00 LB 30-40KG Avg Price/Kg2.94/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 37kg 3.25/kg 120.00, 40kg 3.25/kg 129.00, 37kg 3.16/kg 117.00, 38kg 3.13/kg 118.00, 35kg 3.07/kg 109.00, 38kg 3.05/kg 116.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/Kg3.13/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 40kg 3.22/kg 129.00, 40kg 3.22/kg 129.00, 42kg 3.20/kg 134.00, 42kg 3.19/kg 134.00, 42kg 3.18/kg 134.00, 49kg 3.18/kg 155.00 LB…

Kearney Auctioneers sold the property at Ballylamon, Belmont, Co. Offaly this afternoon for €790,000

Kearney Auctioneers brought to auction via LSL Auctions this substantial agricultural holding which extends to approximately 82.7 acres of excellent quality land primarily used for grazing. This was a hotly contested property. The interest came for the entire and Lot 3 Sold for €790,000. The farm is located just 2km from the charming village of Belmont and less than half an hour from both Tullamore and Athlone. The holding is…

Food Vision Group to be set-up focusing on beef and sheepmeat

Farmers may soon breathe a sigh of relief as the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue has announced that a Food Vision Group for beef and sheepmeat will be established next month. The announcement was delivered at the second Food Vision 2030 committee meeting held earlier this week. Discussing various strategies at the meeting was key, with the Minister stating that there are increasing ambitions in terms of organic…