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Farmers need strong return on lamb prices

Supplies of suitably finished lambs are tight on the ground, and farmers are still looking for a strong return on lamb prices, according to the IFA. The organisation’s Sheep Committee chair Kevin Comiskey adds that the lower kill out rates this year have reduced the volumes of sheep meat being processed. Despite persisting in lowering quotes, factories are anxious for lambs and are offering various deals on transport and other…

Tax incentives for farmers keen on renewables

The last two years have seen increased interest in solar and wind farm companies looking to enter into option agreements to acquire land to potentially erect solar panels or wind turbines. Declan McEvoy, Head of Tax at IFAC, clarifies the tax incentives for farmers interested in renewables. The typical contract that a solar/wind farm company is looking to enter into with the landowner is broken down as follows: 1. Option…

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

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 26/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 02/08/2022

Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. CW 300-400KG Avg Price/KgCW 4.72/kgLMX 5.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CW, 302kg 5.36/kg 1620.00LMX, 302kg 5.30/kg 1600.00LMX,FR, 365kg 5.26/kg 1920.00LMX, 352kg 5.20/kg 1830.00CW, 305kg 4.98/kg 1520.00CW, 305kg 4.66/kg 1420.00 CW 400-500KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:LM, 410kg 5.12/kg 2100.00CHX,BBX, 450kg 4.87/kg 2190.00 CW 500-600KG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.18/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 545kg 5.43/kg 2960.00LMX, 555kg 2.68/kg 1490.00LMX, 585kg 2.03/kg 1190.00LMX, 595kg 1.83/kg 1090.00MSX, 580kg 1.83/kg 1060.00SHX, 595kg 1.80/kg…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 16/09/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 02/08/2022

Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LAMB 20-30KG Avg Price/KgLAMB 2.86/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMB, 25kg 3.55/kg 88.00LAMB, 21kg 3.33/kg 70.00LAMB, 24kg 3.29/kg 78.00LAMB, 28kg 3.27/kg 90.00LAMB, 22kg 3.27/kg 72.00LAMB, 28kg 3.14/kg 88.00 LAMB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLAMB 2.58/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMB, 30kg 3.07/kg 92.00LAMB, 39kg 3.06/kg 119.00LAMB, 30kg 2.89/kg 88.00LAMB, 32kg 2.85/kg 92.00LAMB, 33kg 2.82/kg 94.00LAMB, 31kg 2.80/kg 87.00 LAMB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLAMB 2.63/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMB, 46kg 2.76/kg 127.00LAMB, 45kg…

Connemara Pony Breeders Society Annual Show

The 97th Annual Connemara Pony Show will take place from 9 to 12 August, 2022, at The Showgrounds, Clifden in Galway. The Connemara Pony Breeders’ Society is committed to support its members to establish the Connemara Pony as the world’s premier pony for sport and recreation through the provision of services of the highest standards of excellence The CPBS Annual Show will commence in the Sand Arena at 10am sharp…

Bord Bia urges organic producers to enter National Organic Awards

Bord Bia has put out a call for all Irish organic farmers, growers, producers and manufacturers to submit entries to the National Organic Awards, which takes place on Thursday, 13 October, 2022. Entries close on 26 August this year. There are seven award categories, chosen to recognise key developments in the organic sector: a retail award; a private label award; export award winner; new and innovative award; e-commerce award; marketing…

Clarecastle Agricultural Show activities

Gates open at 9am at The Clarecastle Agricultural Show, an event hosted on Sunday 7, August, 2022, at the Clarecastle GAA Grounds , Clare. This is two minutes off Exit 12 on the Motorway. The organisers held their first successful show in 2016, and now again, after two long years, they welcome everyone back. Entry to the showgrounds and exhibition hall is free, but a donation at the gate would…

Lower emissions ceiling a blow to farming

IFA President Tim Cullinan said last week that Government’s announcement of a sectoral emissions ceiling for agriculture 25% lower than emissions in 2018 is a potentially devastating blow for Irish farming and the rural economy. This deal between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party is all about the survival of the Government rather than survival of rural Ireland. “The Government has agreed to a target without any pathway…

Changes to Nitrates Action Programme

Amendments to Ireland’s fifth Nitrates Action Programme were signed by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD and came into effect on 28 July, 2022. The amendment gives effect to the Commission Implementing Decision granting Ireland a derogation for some farms to stock at a higher rate subject to stricter environmental rules. In addition, it clarifies and refines requirements around shallow cultivation of land post-harvest. Commenting…

Online Auctions – Tuesday’s Calendar 02/08/2022

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.

Figures from the 2021 AIM Bovine Statistics Report

Figures extracted from the 2021 AIM Bovine Statistics Report shows that 3,400 herds exited cattle farming over the last five-year period. And it appears that herds with bovines reduced by approximately 6,000 over the last decade. The statistics indicate that the total number of herds with cattle dropped below the 100,000 herds mark for the first time since the inaugural bovine statistics report was published this year. The reduction in…

August Signpost Series Webinars

The Signpost Series of weekly environment webinars aimed at the Irish agri industry continues this month. Teagasc will host one each on 5 August, 2022 and 13 August, 2022 beginning at 9.30am. Register: Here The first event on 5 August, 2022 will focus on Wild Atlantic Nature (WAN) LIFE IP, a nine-year EU-funded LIFE Integrated Project that works with farmers, local communities and land owners to add value to the…

CAP Strategic Plan resubmitted

The Department for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has resubmitted Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan 2023-2027 to the European Commission for approval. The updated plan takes account of the observations received from the European Commission in March 2022 and reflects the outcome of extensive discussions that have ensued over the past three months. Minister Charlie McConalogue TD said, “I am pleased we have reached preliminary agreement on a CAP Strategic Plan…

Pond slider alert – invasive species

The National Parks and Wildlife Service at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has put out an alert for Pond Sliders (trachemys scripta), an invasive alien species first reported in Ireland in 2003. More recently, they were identified in The Lough, Cork City and the National Botanic Gardens, Dublin. Pond Sliders have three subspecies: Red-Eared Slider, Yellow-Bellied Slider and Cumberland Slider. The main pathway of introduction for this…

Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 01/08/2022

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.

Fermanagh County Show welcomes breeders from all over NI

Fermanagh’s premier agricultural event, Fermanagh County Show attracts over 15,000 – 17,000 visitors annually. It takes place on 2 and 3 August this year. Established in 1836, it offers a wide range of classes in home industries and schools sections. A broad range of trade stands will attend, including 21 artisan food producers housed in the Taste of Excellence Food Pavilion. Events include cookery demos by a raft of top chefs, two of…

Farm Safety Live demos at Tullamore Show

Farm Safety Live returns to The Tullamore Show on Sunday, 14 August, 2022, which will be officially opened by Minister Martin Heydon, Minister of State with special responsibility for farm safety, along with Minister Charlie McConalogue, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, at 10.30am. The event will be at Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Tullamore, Co. Offaly and LSL Auctions will broadcast live to local and international audiences directly from the…

No coherent plan from Government to achieve agri emissions target – ICOS

Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) President James O’Donnell has expressed his concerns about the 25% emissions reduction target set for the agriculture sector which was announced by the government this week. He added that there is “no clear path” to achieving this by 2030 without the development of new technologies and innovations. O’Donnell pointed out that, “We need to be honest about the implications. Unfortunately, again we see a target…

Cootehill Mart – Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery Auction – 30/08

Cootehill Mart Machinery Auctions is holding a Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery auction via LSL Auctions on Saturday, 30 July 2022 at 11:00. Lots include: Bale spike Yard scraper Bale stacker Quad 2009 John deere 328A conditioner mower Redrock slurry mixer Ford 400 2 x Tractor Tyres TAURUS 600/65/38 2015 7.5t Truck VW Transporter 4Motion 4×4 Mag drill Honda petrol bench saw Rover lawnmower Husqvarna 450 Renault 106-54…

Stable export markets good for beef prices

Market conditions are favourable for beef as prices in our key export markets stabilise and in some cases strengthen, according to IFA National Livestock Chair Brendan Golden. When aligned with the tighter supplies of suitably finished cattle, this is adding to the increased demand from factories for cattle this week (29 July, 2022). He said to date 997,516 cattle have been processed during 2022, an increase of 89,716 head or…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 11/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 29/07/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.37/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 570kg 2.61/kg 1490.00AAX, 555kg 2.47/kg 1370.00SIX, 560kg 2.30/kg 1290.00LMX, 545kg 2.24/kg 1220.00CHX, 590kg 2.14/kg 1260.00 SC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.33/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:BBX, 685kg 2.86/kg 1960.00LMX, 650kg 2.74/kg 1780.00SIX, 665kg 2.69/kg 1790.00LMX, 665kg 2.60/kg 1730.00LMX, 610kg 2.54/kg 1550.00LMX, 685kg 2.42/kg 1660.00 SC 700-800KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.56/kgHEX 2.60/kgLMX 2.63/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 770kg 2.86/kg 2200.00LMX, 705kg 2.84/kg…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 30/07/2022

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.

Irish pig prices up by 4c/kg

Irish pig prices increased by 4c/kg last Friday with farmers receiving quotes of €2.00c/kg up to €2.06/kg, according to the IFA. The weekly throughput for the week ending 24 July, 2022 was 67,477, which is down 2% on the same week last year. A decline in cereals prices had been evident last week, however prices are up circa 10% for September wheat, according to Agritel. It must be noted that…

Danone posts pleasing sales growth – Q2

French yoghurt maker Danone posted a 7.7% hike in second quarter like-for-like sales, beating analysts’ forecasts of 5.6% growth, reflecting price increases and strong demand for baby food and bottled water, according to Reuters. Danone is the largest maker of yoghurts worldwide and has two massive plants in Macroom, Co Cork and Wexford in Ireland. It has subsequently raised its 2022 revenue growth outlook to 5% to 6% compared with…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 29/07/2022

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 23/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 28/07/2022

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.68/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 680kg 2.32/kg 1580.00FRX, 640kg 1.73/kg 1110.00FR, 695kg 1.71/kg 1190.00FR, 650kg 1.69/kg 1100.00FR, 615kg 1.63/kg 1000.00 DC 700-800KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:LM, 740kg 2.84/kg 2100.00BBX, 765kg 2.68/kg 2050.00LMX, 790kg 2.46/kg 1940.00HEX, 705kg 2.20/kg 1550.00 CATTLE 800-900KG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.78/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 890kg 2.79/kg 2480.00LMX, 890kg 2.76/kg 2460.00 BK 300-400KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.76/kgLMX 2.85/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 315kg…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart – 17/02/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 28/07/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 20-30KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.77/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 25kg 3.36/kg 83.00SHEEP, 23kg 3.35/kg 76.00SHEEP, 27kg 3.28/kg 90.00SHEEP, 27kg 3.16/kg 84.00SHEEP, 29kg 3.10/kg 91.00SHEEP, 26kg 3.07/kg 81.00 SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.71/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 36kg 3.35/kg 120.00SHEEP, 32kg 3.30/kg 107.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.18/kg 120.00SHEEP, 33kg 3.15/kg 104.00SHEEP, 30kg 3.06/kg 93.00SHEEP, 39kg 3.01/kg 116.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.64/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 45kg 2.99/kg 135.00SHEEP, 48kg…

Hard-hitting open letter to Eamon Ryan – INHFA

As debate rages with regards to emission reduction targets, President of the Irish Natura & Hill Farmers Association (INHFA), Vincent Roddy, has written an open letter to Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan. Roddy highlights the farming organisation’s role representing thousands of members in rural communities in response to proposals agreed by Government to see a reduction in Green House Gas (GHG) emissions for agriculture of between 22…

Potato market picks up – IFA

Potato market sales and consumption have picked up this week as temperatures settle back to average levels, according to the IFA. Queens continue to be lifted across the country and again quality and yields are reported to be very good. High temperatures experienced last week stopped maincrop growth and this may delay harvest in the back end of the year. Recent rainfall was welcomed by growers in most regions. In the…