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Call for action as methane emissions rise
New reports have emerged revealing that there has been an increase in the amount of methane emissions, raising serious concern regarding the COP26 Climate Change Conference. The conference saw participating countries agree to reduce methane emissions from human activities by 30% by 2030. The countries excluded, however are seen as the top emitters of the gas, that being China, Russia, Iran and India.   The International Energy Agency (IEA) has…
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Lobby group forecasts oversubscription for AECM 
There is much concern arising regarding the Agri-Environment Climate Measure (AECM). This as, some lobby groups have called for strict conditions to be included in farmers’ applications to the scheme. According to the latest developments it’s understood that the AECM will be divided into two streams when it begins in 2023. The AECM General will account for 30,000 of the predicted uptake of 50,000. The maximum payment per farmer in…
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FTMTA report reveals a slump in tractor sales this year
There’s has been a slump in the sale of tractors in comparison to the same period in 2021. Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association (FTMTA), released the latest figures regarding sales and registrations of tractors, revealing to much dismay that there had only been 420 recorded tractor registrations for the month of January. Despite the amount of registered tractors across the country, the figure showed a 12% decrease for the…
Animal transport
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Mixed reaction to European Parliament’s animal welfare vote
The European Parliament’s most recent vote on farm animal welfare has received mixed reactions. MEPs voted on a report addressing EU legislation on the welfare of food-producing animals, which included proposals for new rules for animal transport and slaughter.  Compassion in World Farming EU was very disheartened by the outcome. The organisation’s head, Olga Kikou, said that, “The assembly has voted for a report that completely fails to meet its…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 23/01/2023
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LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 23/02/2022
Wednesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. BULLOCK-M 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.36/kgCHX 2.77/kgLMX 2.60/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 357kg 2.86/kg 1020.00CHX, 387kg 2.74/kg 1060.00LMX, 390kg 2.72/kg 1060.00CH,CHX, 370kg 2.70/kg 1000.00LMX, 365kg 2.68/kg 980.00LMX, 367kg 2.67/kg 980.00 BULLOCK-M 400-500KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.04/kgCHX 2.86/kgCHX,LMX 2.85/kgLMX 2.73/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 470kg 2.96/kg 1390.00CHX,LMX, 493kg 2.94/kg 1450.00CHX, 460kg 2.93/kg 1350.00CHX, 495kg 2.91/kg 1440.00CHX, 485kg 2.89/kg 1400.00LMX, 480kg 2.88/kg 1380.00 BULLOCK-M 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.65/kgCH 2.87/kgCHX…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 17/12/2022
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LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 23/02/2022
Wednesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.41/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 31kg 2.87/kg 89.00LB, 31kg 2.81/kg 87.00LB, 35kg 2.77/kg 97.00LB, 32kg 2.75/kg 88.00LB, 38kg 2.68/kg 102.00LB, 38kg 2.63/kg 100.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.97/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 44kg 3.16/kg 139.00LB, 46kg 3.15/kg 145.00LB, 46kg 3.11/kg 143.00LB, 47kg 3.11/kg 146.00LB, 47kg 3.04/kg 143.00LB, 48kg 3.04/kg 146.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.87/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 50kg 3.08/kg 154.00LB, 50kg…
Barley
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Guinness drives a barley-growing pilot focused on regenerative agriculture
Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue TD has welcomed a new project by Guinness – a three-year barley-growing pilot with a focus on regenerative agriculture. The farm-based programme will work closely with farmers, looking at ways to reduce carbon emissions from barley production. The venture will see 40 farmers participating in the programme this year, with more expected to get on board. Meanwhile, Guinness will assemble technical partners, agronomists and suppliers…
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New apartments and organic rental growth ups Ires Reit’s collections
Ireland’s largest private landlord, Ires Reit, has reported net rental income of €63m in the 12 months to 31 December, 2021 – making this a 5.4% increase on their prior year. The rise has been attributed to investment in new apartments and organic rental growth across the portfolio. Their 2021 results tallied just over 3,800 homes for rent, which is up from 3,688 at the end of 2020. Their revenue…
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Agri-shows seek kickstart funding to survive
A Royal Ulster Agricultural Society (RUAS) spokesperson has shared that the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has been in consultation with Agri-shows in Northern Ireland. The motivation being to supply kickstart funding for the upcoming 2022 show season. As with most public events during 2020 and 2021, all local shows across Northern Ireland also had to cancel their events. And according to the Northern Ireland Shows Association…
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Kuhn redesigns its tedder to shorten working time
Kuhn has redesigned its tedder in order to reduce time management for production on farms. This as Kuhn has announced that its new 13m tedder known as the GF 13003 T replaces the outgoing GF 1301. According to the manufacturer, the model reduces time and is set to extend the life expectancy of the machine.   The newly developed model is understood to be ready for transport within 20-25 seconds,…
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Increase of sales in the Irish property market 
The Irish property market is looking up as the amount of mortgage approvals have increased. But real estate agents are saying that, as there appears to be an influx of mortgage applications, there does not appear to be a sufficient number of new homes to be purchased in the country. Despite suffering an 18-month slump in the market due to the Covid-19 pandemic, schemes and applications delayed due to the…
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Talks underway to find relief for pig farmers 
Pig farmers may be able to breathe a sigh of relief as talks are expected to be tabled regarding a support package to be offered to embattled farmers. This as Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue is set to discuss a support package of €7 million with Cabinet. It’s understood that this may see individual pig farmers settling for a support package of €20,000 per farmer. The funds will…
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Significant changes made to Teagasc soil management manual 
Farm management brings with it the responsibility of ensuring that soil content is suitable to the type of farm that is being run. Focusing on soil management has been highlighted in the latest amendment made to Teagasc’s manual on drainage and soil management. Named the “best practice” document, it is aimed at farmers who are considering a drainage project on mineral soils and those managing land susceptible to damage in…
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Carnaross Timed Machinery Auction – 23/02
A Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery Online Auction took place via LSL Auctions on Saturday, 19 February, 2022. Some lots that were not sold are being offered through the a Timed Auction that ends on Wednesday, 23 February at 6pm.  A total of 108 lots are being sold at this Carnaross Timed Machinery Sale. View the catalogue here. Register to bid here. Contact Carnaross Mart Machinery Auctions at…
Rising costs
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Financial concerns hike up stress for 80% of people
The most recent Deloitte State of the Consumer Tracker report shows that vast majority of people are anxious about the escalating cost of living. Ongoing rising prices also see one in four people concerned about honouring their upcoming payments. It appears that around 80% of citizens are concerned about the price hikes. The tracker is a monthly survey which tracks Irish consumers’ attitudes towards personal wellbeing, financial concerns, travel and…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 20/07/2022
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LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 22/02/2022
Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. EWE 40-50KG Avg Price/KgEWE 1.70/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE, 43kg 2.42/kg 104.00EWE, 47kg 0.98/kg 46.00 EWE 50-60KG Avg Price/KgEWE 1.75/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE, 53kg 3/kg 159.00EWE, 57kg 2.65/kg 151.00EWE, 50kg 2/kg 100.00EWE, 52kg 1.5/kg 78.00EWE, 56kg 1.32/kg 74.00EWE, 55kg 1/kg 55.00 EWE 60-70KG Avg Price/KgEWE 1.58/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:EWE, 69kg 1.86/kg 128.00EWE, 67kg 1.75/kg 117.00EWE, 63kg 1.68/kg 106.00EWE, 60kg 1.32/kg 79.00EWE, 66kg 1.30/kg 86.00 EWE…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 16/02/2023
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LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 22/02/2022
Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DRY COW 500-600KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 534kg 2.17/kg 1160.00FR, 592kg 1.60/kg 950.00FRX, 562kg 0.02/kg 10.00 DRY COW 600-700KG Avg Price/KgFR 0.73/kgLMX 1.57/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 686kg 2.42/kg 1660.00LMX, 650kg 2.29/kg 1490.00HEX, 672kg 1.98/kg 1330.00LM, 622kg 1.85/kg 1150.00FR, 658kg 1.46/kg 960.00SIX, 624kg 0.02/kg 10.00 DRY COW 700-800KG Avg Price/KgSIX 0.95/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHX, 796kg 2.31/kg 1840.00SIX, 728kg 1.88/kg 1370.00HEX, 732kg 0.01/kg 10.00SIX, 732kg 0.01/kg…
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Glanbia aims to enhance sustainability of suppliers
An annual €18m Sustainability Action Payment has been announced by Glanbia Ireland. This three-year programme hopes to assist the company’s 5,000 milk suppliers to enhance the environmental and economic sustainability of their family farms. The venture will focus on reducing carbon footprint, improving water quality and biodiversity, and enhancing air quality and soil health. Dairy suppliers are expected to receive an extra 0.5c per litre (including VAT), which equates to…
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Hennessy Online Farm & Plant Machinery Auction 26/02 
There will be an online Farm & Plant Machinery Online Auction via LSL Auctions on Saturday, 26 February, 2022, starting at 10:30 a.m.  Lots include:  1994 John Deere 7600 4WD (fully restored and in every day use on a farm)  1987 Fiat 110-90 4WD (fully restored and in every day use on a farm)  2016 New Holland T7.200 4WD with Front Linkage & PTO O’Neill Portable Weighing Scales (as new) Jeantil Straw/Silage Chopper…
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Calls for spatial planning changes
Calls for changes to the 2012 Spatial Planning and National Roads guidelines are mounting, particularly in Kerry County. It’s understood that the guidelines published in 2012, recommend that planning authorities guard against a proliferation of roadside developments accessing national roads with speed limits over 50-60km/h.  However Kerry County is currently compiling the draft Kerry County Development Plan (2022-2028), which is currently open for public consultation. Submissions for the plan are…
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Farmers best prepare for important 2023 CAP paperwork
The CAP Strategic Plan proposes to redistribute direct payments from larger to smaller and medium-sized holdings by way of the Complementary Redistributive Income Support for Sustainability (CRISS).  As such, small to medium-sized farmers may be especially anxious next year as they fill out their CAP forms, because many depend on qualifying for Direct Payments. Teagasc has calculated that, in the absence of off-farm employment opportunities, some 63% of farm households…
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Claas and Carraro announce collaboration 
In a new approach to producing smaller tractors, Claas and Carraro have announced that they will be collaborating to produce just that – smaller tractors. In a market where bulk machinery is what they are renowned for, they have since signed an agreement to intensify cooperation between the two companies. With their new focus on smaller tractors, it’s understood that the new vehicles will be more adaptable for work suited…
Popular lot at GVM Group Carrigallen Mart. Great lot46, sold for €2140
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Popular lot at GVM Group Carrigallen Mart. Great lot46, sold for €2140
Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-M166-1644330 Big interest yesterday in Lot 46 at GVM Group Carrigallen Mart, sold for €2,140 via LSL Auctions. Replay the video clip on LSL TV. 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…
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Carnaross Timed Machinery Auction – 23/02
A Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery Online Auction took place via LSL Auctions on Saturday, 19 February, 2022. Some lots that were not sold are being offered through the a Timed Auction that ends on Wednesday, 23 February at 6pm.  A total of 108 lots are being sold at this Carnaross Timed Machinery Sale. View the catalogue here. Register to bid here. Contact Carnaross Mart Machinery Auctions at…
Graduates
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Agri Careers Fair welcomes companies and organisations
Potential employers will get the opportunity to meet soon-to-be graduates at The Agri Careers Fair, which will be hosted at the Ad Astra Hall in the UCD Student Centre on 2 March, 2022. The UCD agricultural society (ag soc) announced the return of the annual showcase. The chair of ag soc’s careers committee, Neil Maher, said that, “The event has long been a highlight of the year for students of…
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Pig slurry the alternative fertiliser, research indicates 
There’s a new alternative to chemical fertiliser and it comes in an organic form, that is pig slurry. According to the latest findings farmers have resorted to this alternative as it contains a high source of Nitrogen. The finding comes as the country faces inflated fertiliser prices with farmers concerned about the matter.   Latest figures released by Teagasc indicate that pig slurry is worth €48/1,000 gallons and has double…
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Talks underway to improve outlook for grain farmers 
Tillage farmers are experiencing phenomenal pressure due to increasing input costs. This has led to grain growers having been advised that they can offer a maximum of 20% of their total produce from the previous year. This comes as talks are underway between grain growers and Kerry Agribusiness with a meeting held on the matter. Despite talks between the two parties being at the beginning stages, it’s understood that there…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 29/11/2022
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LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 21/02/2022
Monday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.68/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 39kg 3.00/kg 118.00SHEEP, 36kg 2.94/kg 106.00SHEEP, 33kg 2.10/kg 70.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.87/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 47kg 3.05/kg 143.00SHEEP, 48kg 2.99/kg 144.00SHEEP, 41kg 2.96/kg 122.00SHEEP, 47kg 2.92/kg 138.00SHEEP, 49kg 2.87/kg 140.00SHEEP, 41kg 2.70/kg 110.00 SHEEP 50-60KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.65/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 52kg 3.05/kg 157.00SHEEP, 51kg 3.02/kg 154.00SHEEP, 52kg 3/kg 156.00SHEEP, 53kg 2.99/kg 158.00SHEEP, 50kg…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 12/09/2022
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LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 21/02/2022
Monday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. BK 300-400KG Avg Price/KgHEX 2.18/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:HEX, 350kg 2.26/kg 790.00HEX, 380kg 2.11/kg 800.00SIX, 380kg 2.08/kg 790.00FR, 380kg 1.89/kg 720.00 BK 400-500KG Avg Price/KgSIX 2.08/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:AAX, 417kg 2.59/kg 1080.00SIX, 400kg 2.25/kg 900.00HEX, 415kg 2.17/kg 900.00SIX, 435kg 2.09/kg 910.00SIX, 405kg 1.90/kg 770.00 BK 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.65/kgFR 2.00/kgFR,FRX 1.94/kgFRX 1.92/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 579kg 2.68/kg 1550.00CHX, 525kg 2.65/kg 1390.00CHX,CH, 596kg 2.63/kg 1570.00HEX, 580kg…
Good outfit at Inishowen Mart. In-calf cow with calf in Lot 1200 sold for €2,620
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Good outfit at Inishowen Mart. In-calf cow with calf in Lot 1200 sold for €2,620
Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-INISHO-1641955 Big interest in Lot 1200 at Inishowen Mart, sold online for €2,620 via LSL Auctions. Replay the video clip on LSL TV. 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…