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Farmers to allocate 4% of land to nature, according to CAP rule

The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) is set to change property proportions for farmers across the country in 2023. Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan, which is currently with the EU Commission for approval, will see 100% of farmers receiving CAP farm payments allocate at least 4% of land on farms for non-productive purposes. This means that the allocated land will be ecologically focused areas. Previously this requirement only applied to 4% of…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 18/02/2022

Friday’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 11/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 17/02/2022

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgDC 1.48/kgFR 1.46/kgFRX 1.51/kgLMX 2.03/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 555kg 2.07/kg 1150.00LMX, 560kg 2.05/kg 1150.00LMX, 595kg 1.95/kg 1160.00HEX, 535kg 1.91/kg 1020.00FRX, 550kg 1.8/kg 990.00DC, 590kg 1.66/kg 980.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.10/kgFR 1.49/kgJEX 1.49/kgLMX 2.45/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 655kg 2.70/kg 1770.00LMX, 695kg 2.39/kg 1660.00LMX, 695kg 2.37/kg 1650.00AAX, 640kg 2.33/kg 1490.00LMX, 675kg 2.33/kg 1570.00SAX, 635kg 2.28/kg 1450.00 DC 700-800KG Avg Price/KgBBX 2.32/kgFR…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 17/06/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 17/02/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 20-30KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.55/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 26kg 3.85/kg 100.00SHEEP, 23kg 2.87/kg 66.00SHEEP, 26kg 2.51/kg 64.00SHEEP, 28kg 2.36/kg 66.00SHEEP, 27kg 1.85/kg 50.00SHEEP, 26kg 1.85/kg 48.00 SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.01/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 31kg 3.61/kg 112.00SHEEP, 35kg 3.61/kg 125.00SHEEP, 37kg 3.61/kg 134.00SHEEP, 33kg 3.61/kg 119.00SHEEP, 30kg 3.53/kg 106.00SHEEP, 32kg 3.47/kg 111.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.74/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 40kg 3.4/kg 136.00SHEEP, 42kg…

Hesitancy over switch to organic dairy farming

Proposed amendments to the €21m Organic Farming Scheme by the Department of Agriculture are said to be aimed at commercial dairy farmers. But farm leaders are wary about the financial viability of full-time dairy farmers switching from conventional to organic production systems. An IFA spokesperson commented that farmers considering organic farming should look carefully at what’s involved. The amendments mean that farmers will receive higher payment – from 60ha to…

More debate needed regarding veterinary medicine changes

IFA Animal Health Chairman TJ Maher expressed his views after a recent Antiparasitic Resistance Stakeholder meeting. Maher said that there is a lot of work to be done in advance of the June 2022 deadline to maintain the competitive supply of veterinary medicines for farmers, and to ensure the active involvement of licensed merchants, co-ops and veterinary pharmacies. He said little progress has been made to resolve the issue of…

Great Limousin Dry Cow had big interest at Kilrush Mart. Check out Lot 113 sold for €1960

Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-KILRU-1625694 Big interest in Lot 113 at Kilrush Mart : Sex: M – Breed: LMX – DOB: 14/03/2020 – Owners: 1 – Export: Y – QA: N – TB: 20/01/2022 – BVD: 07/04/2020 – Days in Herd: 702 – Calf Registered: N. Lot 113 sold online for €1960.00 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…

Commercial property review sees industrials topping other sectors

A forecast published by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland in the Commercial Property Review and Outlook 2022, indicate that values and rents for industrial and logistics units will continue to climb this year. It reinforces that the outlook for offices and retail has also improved. SCSI Commercial Agency Committee chair, Max Reilly, comments that the review of its commercial surveyor members indicates an overall upturn in sentiment. There is anticipation…

Approval for Glanbia Ireland and Royal A-ware’s Belview cheese plant

After a two-year delay, Glanbia’s proposed €140m cheese plant in Belview has got the green light. The planned continental cheese production facility is a joint venture between Glanbia Ireland and international dairy firm, Royal A-ware. Yesterday, 16 February, 2022, the Supreme Court dismissed An Taisce’s appeal against planning permission. Glanbia Ireland Chief Executive Jim Bergin expressed his pleasure, “that we can now bring this project to fruition in conjunction with…

HPAI the focus of discussions in UAE

There has been further engagement in the trade mission to the Gulf region, with the latest development being discussions surrounding Highly Pathogenetic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Earlier this week, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue and his United Arab Emirates (UAE) counterpart her excellency H.E. Mariam Al-Mheiri. McConalogue says that The focus of the MoU was based on cooperation…

Cull ewe prices up in marts

There’s been an increase in the price of cull ewe in marts across the country. As the price broke the €200/head mark, one would have thought that the Covid-19 pandemic would have negatively impacted sales, however it did quite the opposite. According to the latest figures heavy ewes are now at prices of up to €160-175/head and selling back to €145-150/head. Added to this, ewes in excess of 95kg…

Call for discussions on solar panel bill

There’s been an urgent call for discussions surrounding a Green Party Bill on solar panels. The bill is set to change the country’s landscape by introducing exemptions to planning regulations in order for solar panels to be installed on public buildings without planning permission. According to Senator Pauline O’Reilly “planning laws that restrict the use of solar panels on schools, farms and community buildings have all but stopped development…

Positive feedback in talks between IFA and retailer Dunnes

There has been positive feedback from talks between Dunnes Stores and the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA). It’s understood that the IFA had tabled a number of proposals at a meeting held earlier this week, as protests were halted due to the agreement of discussions between the two parties. According to IFA president Tim Cullinan, they had made it clear to senior management in Dunnes that there is a real…

Online Auctions – Thursday’s Calendar 17/02/2022

Thursday’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 24/11/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 16/02/2022

Wednesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. HEIFER-F 300-400KG Avg Price/KgHEX 2.26/kgLMX 2.60/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 380kg 2.89/kg 1100.00LMX, 330kg 2.58/kg 850.00CHX, 370kg 2.46/kg 910.00AAX, 330kg 2.36/kg 780.00LMX, 375kg 2.32/kg 870.00HEX, 380kg 2.32/kg 880.00 HEIFER-F 400-500KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.61/kgHEX 2.16/kgLMX 2.60/kgSIX 2.40/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 425kg 2.82/kg 1200.00SIX, 450kg 2.82/kg 1270.00LMX, 405kg 2.81/kg 1140.00LMX, 480kg 2.75/kg 1320.00LMX, 470kg 2.70/kg 1270.00CHX, 445kg 2.70/kg 1200.00 HEIFER-F 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.66/kgLMX 2.62/kgHighest Price/Kg…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 19/05/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 16/02/2022

Wednesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.83/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 39kg 2.90/kg 113.00LB, 34kg 2.76/kg 94.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.06/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 42kg 3.31/kg 139.00LB, 42kg 3.29/kg 138.00LB, 46kg 3.15/kg 145.00LB, 48kg 3.15/kg 151.00LB, 46kg 3.13/kg 144.00LB, 48kg 3.12/kg 150.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.86/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 50kg 3.16/kg 158.00LB, 50kg 3.06/kg 153.00LB, 51kg 3/kg 153.00LB, 52kg 2.98/kg 155.00LB, 51kg 2.98/kg 152.00LB, 50kg…

Lorry driver shortages may impact milk collection

It appears that a lorry driver shortage could impact milk collection this year. Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen has responded to the issue, saying that the “growing phenomenon” of labour shortages had been exacerbated by delays in the processing and awarding of permits for workers, especially those from outside Europe. These concerns were raised by a midlands-based haulage company, who stated that, “There is a crisis in our industry regarding…

Number of part-time farmers predicted to increase

The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine, Pippa Hackett, has come out saying that the flattening of direct payments will see more part-time farmers in future. She said that with a levelling of EU direct payments in the form of convergence and other measures, it is likely that the number of part-time farmers will increase. “Some bemoan that, but I believe it is something which…

Big interest in Lot 81 – Limousin Bullock sold for €2350 at Carnaross via LSL Auctions

Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-M186-264631 Big interest in Lot 81 at Carnaross Mart : Sex: M – Breed: LMX – DOB: 14/03/2020 – Owners: 1 – Export: Y – QA: N – TB: 20/01/2022 – BVD: 07/04/2020 – Days in Herd: 702 – Calf Registered: N. Lot81 sold online for €2350.00 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…

Game changer as New Holland releases new loader

There’s a new game changer to be introduced into the farm machinery industry as New Holland looks set to release its compact D Series of backhoe loaders. The new model has been earmarked for use in farming in terms of forays out on the farm for ditching, draining and fencing. It’s understood that the loader can now handle two silage bales at once. Proving to be a safer model, the…

Robust demand for agricultural equipment as farmers upgrade their fleets

Case New Holland Industrial has seen an increase in sales for the last quarter of 2021, this is according to the latest figures released for that period. It indicated net sales to be at €27.5 billion. It’s understood that agriculture accounted for just under half of that figure at €12.8 billion, which was a 46% increase over the last year for farm machinery. This resulted to a whopping 30% increase…

NDP: Rural Independent Group calls for State intervention

State intervention is required in order to effectively address long-term employment, wealth and well-being into Ireland’s regional and rural areas, that’s according to Rural Independent Deputy Mattie McGrath. The group raised some issues regarding Project Ireland 2040 yesterday (15 February) with the introduction of its Planning and Development Bill 2022. According to McGrath “Project Ireland 2040 will dictate where people live, work and have access to all public services…

Kerry Group acquisition to see further research development

In an attempt to further develop expertise, technology and manufacturing capabilities, Kerry Group has acquired two biotechnology companies. The latest move will see the Group merging with biotech firms in Mexico and Germany. The firms, c-LEcta in Germany and Enmex in Mexico will further develop new research within the Group. According to Dr. Albert McQuaid, chief science and technology officer with Kerry, “the food and pharmaceutical industries are on…

Get a glimpse of hardworking Contractors on TG4

The six-part Contractors series airs on TG4 from Thursday, 24 February 2022. The TV show will hone in on the working lives of seven Irish agricultural contracting families. The programme features crews from Limerick, Kerry, Meath, Tipperary, Galway, Donegal and Clare, highlighting the challenges they face, their daily routine, and personal aspirations for a life in agriculture. Each episode will follow a theme based on the time of year and…

Homeowners warned to buckle up as mortgage rates plummet

Last week Christine Lagarde, the European Central Bank (ECB) president, didn’t ruled out an ECB rate rise, which would see tracker and variable rates rise, and new fixed rates become more expensive. As such, mortgage holders have been warned that rates have hit rock bottom and the next moves are likely to be increases. This comes at a time as AIB’s broker-focused subsidiary Haven cut two of its fixed rates,…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 27/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 15/02/2022

Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. CW 400-500KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.06/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 410kg 5.32/kg 2180.00CHX,HEX, 460kg 3.87/kg 1780.00AAX, 475kg 2.13/kg 1010.00AAX, 475kg 2/kg 950.00AA, 495kg 1.98/kg 980.00 CW 500-600KG Avg Price/KgSIX 2.16/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SIX, 555kg 2.16/kg 1200.00SIX, 535kg 2.15/kg 1150.00AA, 515kg 1.98/kg 1020.00LMX, 545kg 1.94/kg 1060.00 CW 600-700KG Avg Price/KgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SIX, 695kg 1.76/kg 1220.00CW, 695kg 0.01/kg 10.00 WB 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.36/kgCHX 2.76/kgLMX 2.63/kgSAX 2.74/kgSIX…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart – 06/02/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 15/02/2022

Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.66/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 34kg 2.80/kg 94.00SHEEP, 38kg 2.53/kg 96.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.03/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 48kg 3.12/kg 150.00SHEEP, 48kg 3.10/kg 150.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.09/kg 136.00SHEEP, 48kg 3/kg 144.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.00/kg 133.00SHEEP, 48kg 2.96/kg 142.00 SHEEP 50-60KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.60/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 53kg 3.01/kg 160.00SHEEP, 52kg 3/kg 156.00SHEEP, 55kg 2.96/kg 163.00SHEEP, 52kg 2.96/kg 153.00SHEEP, 52kg 2.93/kg 151.00SHEEP, 51kg…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 19/02/2022

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.

Lower mortgage rates for some homeowners

Thousands of homeowners are unexpectedly eligible for lower mortgage rates. This is due to surging house prices over the last two years. The benefit will apply to around 90,000 homeowners who drew down their mortgages between the years 2018 and 2020, according to the Doddl.ie mortgage switching index. Martina Hennessy, Doddl.ie MD, says that, “With house prices increasing by over 10pc annually, opportunity is now knocking for those who have…

Base quotes for hoggets top 550p/kg across factories in NI

Base quotes for R3 grade hoggets up to 22kg ranged from 545-550p/kg across factories in Northern Ireland this past week. The LMC’s (Livestock & Meat Commission) figures show that the average deadweight hogget price in NI last week rose by 11.8p/kg to 541.3p/kg. Throughput of hoggets in NI plants last week totalled 6,901 head, back 309 head from the previous week. This is also back 481 head when compared to…