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Retailers need to play their part, says IBLA

As basic input costs continue to rise for farmers, some proactive UK retailers have attempted to ensure that primary producers are somewhat insulated against rising production costs. The Irish Beef and Lamb Association (IBLA) has now called on Irish retailers to follow the lead of their British counterparts. The farming organization’s view is that, “Farmers have no more left to give, it’s approaching a point for drastic measures for them.…

Cost of regular beef exceeds organic cuts, says ICSA

The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association (ICSA) claims that regular beef cost more than certified organic beef this week. What’s more, they state that a premium of at least EUR 1/kg is necessary to incentivise farmers to convert to organic cattle farming. That’s because organic farming has lower output. “This week, we have seen the prices paid for conventional cattle exceeding those paid for organic cattle,” said ICSA organics…

State subsidy has little appeal for builders

Builders are unhappy with a new State subsidy – despite the intention to make up to EUR 144 000 available per new apartment they construct outside Dublin. In fact, developers were underwhelmed by the EUR 450 million Croí Cónaithe cities fund, not having lobbied for it or being sure of guaranteed profits underpinned by the fund. They would rather have a tax incentive. But the point of the scheme is…

Prices for pigs should be higher, says IFA

The Irish Farmer’s Association (IFA) campaign seeking to get prices for pigs up to EUR 2/kg by 1 June 2022 is gaining momentum. Talks are ongoing as the Irish Farmer’s Association meets with key players to discuss the need for farmers to secure higher prices for pigs to offset the severe losses experienced on farms. While IFA spokespeople talked to representatives from retailer Tesco and pork processing company Rosderra, the…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 30/11/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 20/05/2022

Friday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/Kg3.05/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 39kg 3.77/kg 147.00, 36kg 3.67/kg 132.00, 40kg 3.66/kg 145.00, 33kg 3.64/kg 120.00, 33kg 3.45/kg 114.00, 37kg 3.19/kg 118.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/Kg3.22/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 43kg 3.78/kg 164.00, 43kg 3.77/kg 162.00, 45kg 3.75/kg 168.00, 46kg 3.71/kg 171.00, 41kg 3.65/kg 151.00, 43kg 3.60/kg 156.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/Kg2.43/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 55kg 3.22/kg 176.00, 51kg 3.12/kg 159.00, 52kg…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 21/05/2022

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.

New fuel subsidy applications deadline for hauliers

Hauliers have until 6 June 2022 to apply for the government fuel subsidy of EUR 100 a week. Almost 3 000 operators have benefited from the scheme to date. However, approximately 900 licensed lorry drivers should still apply for this temporary support. Operators driving heavy goods vehicles that weigh more than 3½ tonnes are eligible for this fuel subsidy. Previously, the Irish government reduced excise duty, cutting the price of…

Call for clampdown to curb dog attacks on farms

Escalating dog attacks on farms has led the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) to take a delegation to the Ministry of Rural and Community Development to discuss the “persistent failure of authorities” regarding the matter. Farmers are frustrated at the inactivity around measures to eliminate the potential for dog attacks, as well as the consequent economic losses incurred. The IFA is motivating for a three-pronged strategy to rectify the issue. They…

Final days of National Biodiversity Week 2022

The Irish Environmental Network (IEN) wraps up National Biodiversity Week 2022 on Sunday, following the hosting of more than 130 events nationwide. Tomorrow, at 2pm, enthusiasts can join a free sustainable forestry walk at The Organic Centre. Tree surgeon Thomas Maguire will explore sustainable woodland management as he guides visitors on a walk on the woodland of the Centre. The full programme, available on biodiversityweek.ie, is funded by the National Parks &…

Biofuel creation could be enhanced by sectorial collaboration

Farmers in Ireland must change methods substantially by 2032 if the country is to reduce its national emissions from 35.4%. A recent Environmental Protection Agency report on CO2 emissions on the island states that while the focus is on reducing transport emissions, these are 15% lower than those of agriculture. A potential solution lies in the sectors joining forces to create biofuels. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines…

GVM Kilmallock – Garrydoolis, Pallasgreen, Co. Limerick – 20/05

GVM Auctioneers Kilmallock brings to auction via LSL Auctions 3 Lots at Garrydoolis, Pallasgreen, Co. Limerick on Friday, 20 May at 15:00.For Sale By Public Auction at Kilmallock Mart on U.P.S. (On the instruction of the owners). This outstanding Roadside Farm is situated in the heart of the Golden Vale extending to C. 80 St. Acres (as an entire or in two lots). The lands are all in permanent pasture…

Speakers, events at this year’s World Potato Congress

The 11th World Potato Congress will convene at The RDS in Dublin from today, 20 May, to 2 June, 2022. The Irish Potato Federation (IPF) will welcome delegates from over 40 countries to the event. It is envisaged that the 1,000 participants from developing and developed countries across the globe will include growers, researchers, producers, traders, processors and manufacturers. The Irish Potato Federation has also set up the simultaneous hosting…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 20/05/2022

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 16/02/2023

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

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. B 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.48/kgHEX 2.57/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:HEX, 335kg 2.60/kg 870.00HEX, 385kg 2.55/kg 980.00AAX, 320kg 2.5/kg 800.00AAX, 310kg 2.48/kg 770.00AAX, 340kg 2.47/kg 840.00FRX, 345kg 2.17/kg 750.00 B 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.81/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:AAX, 570kg 2.86/kg 1630.00AAX, 535kg 2.77/kg 1480.00 DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.66/kgJEX 0.60/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 485kg 2.33/kg 1130.00FR, 475kg 2.23/kg 1060.00FR, 435kg 2.21/kg 960.00FR, 485kg 2.19/kg 1060.00NRX, 445kg 1.98/kg…

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

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 20-30KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.34/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 25kg 3.8/kg 95.00SHEEP, 26kg 3.74/kg 96.00SHEEP, 24kg 3.29/kg 79.00SHEEP, 24kg 3.19/kg 75.00SHEEP, 25kg 0.04/kg 1.00SHEEP, 25kg 0/kg 0.00 SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.49/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 33kg 4.12/kg 135.00SHEEP, 34kg 4.11/kg 139.00SHEEP, 40kg 3.91/kg 155.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.84/kg 146.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.84/kg 146.00SHEEP, 35kg 3.83/kg 133.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.32/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 42kg 3.95/kg 165.00SHEEP, 41kg…

Alternative fertilisers risky for dairy farmers

Alternative fertilisers are a risk option for farmers wanting to offset the expense of artificial fertilisers. According to Glanbia, organic fertilisers such as untreated slurry or farmyard manure might be appealing but they can expose dairy farms to disease. Alternative fertilisers may include sewage, or other sludges or by-products from food waste companies. These may spread disease such as Salmonella, TB or Johne’s disease. What’s more, poultry litter is a…

Irish beef prices up post-Brexit

Less than 18 months since Brexit and market demand for Irish beef continues to be strong. What’s more, the price of beef continues to strengthen. That’s despite more than half the Irish beef that originally went into the zone exiting the EU now going elsewhere. In addition, beef supplies for the manufacturing and catering sectors remain strong albeit through what is traditionally the weakest demand period in a year. That…

Get involved in National Biodiversity Week

National Biodiversity Week runs until 22 May, 2022, and the Irish Environmental Network has compiled an entertaining programme to connect people with nature. It’s about communicating the importance of biodiversity and motivating people to protect it, but also about having fun, demonstrating the wonders of nature, and inspiring people to learn, see, and do more. The events cover all interests, from the ocean to the mountain tops. There’s lots to…

Tullamore Show – Live broadcasting on the LSL Auctions App

The Tullamore Show is back after consecutive cancellations since the start of Covid-19, and this year LSL Auctions will be broadcasting live to local and international audiences. This will allow remote viewers to view the popular event live for the first time ever. This year’s showcase takes place at the Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Co. Offaly on Sunday, August 14, 2022. FBD has renewed its title sponsorship of the Tullamore Show…

Tantalizing fare at Taste of Dublin 2022

The Iveagh Gardens will host Taste of Dublin from 16 to 19 June, 2022. The foodie showcase will feature an eclectic mix of Irish chefs, artisan food innovators and cultural food inspired experiences. The much-loved NEFF Taste Kitchen, celebrating the Best of Irish will once again see a range of well-known chefs such as Rory O’Connell; Jordan Bailey; JP McMahon; Erica Drum and Derry Clarke share their top tips. The…

Quinn Property – Ballyrahan, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow – 08/06

Quinn Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions a valuable C. 62.7 acre roadside holding at Ballyrahan, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow on Wednesday, 8 June at 3pm (In 1 or 2 Lots) at 15:00. Lot 1: C. 20.5 Acres Lot: 2 C. 42.2 Acres Lot 3: The Entire Location:The lands are located in a picturesque part of rural south Co. Wicklow, 4km from the villages of Tinahely and Shillelagh, adjacent to…

Used tractor registrations on the decline

Figures released by The Farm Tractor & Machinery Trade Association (FTMTA) show that used tractor registrations are down 45.3% for the year to date, with just 925 second hand tractors registered in the first four months of 2022, as compared to 1,691 units in the same period in 2021. This marks a steep decline in used tractor registrations for the year to date. Recent FTMTA statistics also indicate that new…

Online Auctions – Thursday’s Calendar 19/05/2022

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 31/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 18/05/2022

Wednesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DRYCOW-F 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.22/kgSHX 2.56/kgSIX 2.49/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LM, 540kg 2.87/kg 1550.00SHX, 560kg 2.77/kg 1550.00SIX, 590kg 2.75/kg 1620.00CHX, 575kg 2.52/kg 1450.00SHX, 540kg 2.35/kg 1270.00CHX, 505kg 2.34/kg 1180.00 DRYCOW-F 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.78/kgCHX 2.52/kgFR 1.98/kgLMX 2.54/kgMO 2.13/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:AAX, 600kg 3/kg 1800.00AAX, 660kg 2.86/kg 1890.00SHX, 645kg 2.85/kg 1840.00CHX, 660kg 2.73/kg 1800.00LMX, 675kg 2.71/kg 1830.00LMX, 610kg 2.64/kg 1610.00 DRYCOW-F 700-800KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.77/kgLMX…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 18/05/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.74/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 42kg 4.02/kg 169.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.98/kg 175.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.95/kg 174.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.95/kg 174.00SHEEP, 43kg 3.95/kg 170.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.91/kg 172.00 SHEEP 50-60KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.06/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 50kg 3.5/kg 175.00SHEEP, 51kg 3.41/kg 174.00SHEEP, 52kg 3.38/kg 176.00SHEEP, 52kg 3.37/kg 175.00SHEEP, 53kg 3.36/kg 178.00SHEEP, 52kg 3.33/kg 173.00 SHEEP 60-70KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.16/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 62kg 2.90/kg 180.00SHEEP, 62kg…

Rural Independents call for customers of KBC and Ulster Banks to be protected.

Customers struggle to finalize accounts as banks exit Irish market

It appears that KBC and Ulster Bank are only giving their 500,000 current account customers a six-month notice period to close or transfer their accounts before the banks exit the Irish market. This has caused problems for many customers who are finding it difficult to obtain replacement banking services. As such, the Rural Independent Group has called on the Minister for Finance and the Central Bank to safeguard customers. Leader…

New Protein/Cereal Mix Crop Scheme launched

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, recently launched the Protein/Cereal Mix Crop Scheme. He said: “As part of our response to support the production of protein crops in Ireland, I am delighted to launch the Protein/Cereal Mix Scheme. Supporting domestic production of protein crops will reduce Ireland’s reliance on imported feed materials,” he said. “A budget of EUR 1.2 million is available for the Protein/Cereal Mix…

REA TE Potterton Tanderagee Longwood auction

REA TE Potterton – Tanderagee, Longwood, Co. Meath – 18/05

REA TE Potterton brings to auction via LSL Auctions a property at Tanderagee, Longwood, Co. Meath on 18 May, 2022 at 15:00. This most attractive farm is bordered by a river all under old pasture. Sold in 3 lots. Lot 1: Derelict Residence & Farmyard on c. 39 acres.Lot 2: 8.5 acres (opposite side of road).Lot 3: Entire Property See the catalogue: Here. Register to bid: Here. Contact REA TE…

GPS tractor guidance systems vulnerable to theft

Almost 70 incidents of cable theft, mainly in rural locations, have been reported in Ireland since November 2021. Farmers using GPS tractor guidance systems are also vulnerable to theft, and they are strongly encouraged to remove GPS kit from tractors when not in use and to store it securely. GPS theft is an international crime, yet wily criminals keep at it – stealing the GPS units, as well as quad bikes,…

LMC board member Joe Stewart with Shannon Smyth sheep young handler champion in the 8-11 age group. Also pictured is judge, Michael Graham.

Sheep young handlers set a high standard at Balmoral

The Balmoral Show aired great talent in the showring for sheep young handlers this year. The popular event, sponsored by the Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) attracted a bumper number of entries from across the province. The competition was split into two age categories, 8 to 11 year-olds and 12 to 14 year olds. First into the ring was the younger of the two age groups. The difficult task of…