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Staff shortages and pet ownership boom impacting vets

Vetoquinol UK, a veterinary pharmaceutical company, has established that vets are currently facing excessively demanding workloads. The data is a result of a study of over 200 veterinary professionals, which found that 63% feel their mental health has worsened since taking up their profession. Factors contributing to their poor mental status include high-stress levels and unmanageable expectations from clients. Staff shortages and the pandemic pet ownership boom have contributed to…

Invitation for soil restoration and management research proposals

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is calling on eligible Irish Research Performing Organisations (RPOs) to submit joint research proposals under the EJP SOIL International Call on managing and mapping agricultural soils for enhancing soil functions and services. The objective being to foster farm management practices contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation. To achieve, applicants seeking grant-aid from DAFM can apply for funding under a range of…

Quinn Property auction Baltinglass Street Stratford-On-Slaney Co Wicklow

Quinn Property – Baltinglass Street, Stratford-On-Slaney, Co Wicklow – 05/05

Quinn Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions a residential property at Baltinglass Street, Stratford-On-Slaney, Co Wicklow on 5 May, 2022 at 16:00. 4 Lots: Lot 1: Traditional cottage on C. 0.3 acres Lot 2: C. 0.6 acre site zoned residential Lot 3: C. 0.22 acre site with planning permission for a four bedroom residence (restrictions apply). Lot 4: The Entire See the catalogue: Here. Contact Quinn Property on: +353 53…

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

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.

Sheep farmers unlikely to benefit from US market access

Gaining access to the US market for sheepmeat will only be worthwhile if it puts extra money in farmers’ pockets. ICSA sheep chair Sean McNamara says farmers are increasingly sceptical about whether the opening of new markets has any real benefit for them. Previously, these announcements have not prompted a strengthening of prices. “In theory, the more markets the better for farmers. But the reality is that farmers have not…

Build to rent schemes unsustainable in Dublin

Dublin City Council chief executive Owen Keegan says too many build-to-rent schemes in Dublin have made them unsustainable. What’s more, this could impact the long-term housing needs of the city. In 2020, the number of these schemes applied for or granted was almost 82%. That’s up from just over 15% in 2018. Therefore, the new city development plan should restrict the number of build-to-rent schemes included. And this is contrary to…

Public advised to be wary of a new puppy scam

The USPCA, Northern Ireland’s animal welfare charity, has published a new puppy scam alert. Illegal puppy farmers are inventing new ways to fake legitimacy and make a quick buck at the cost of the poor animal’s wellbeing. They are insisting on home checks before handing over the puppy. However, they don’t execute them. They simply want cash in an envelope handed over on the doorstep. This puppy scam alert is…

Register for the BETTER Farm Sheep Programme

Agriculture and Food Development Authority Teagasc invites farmers who want to develop sustainable sheep enterprises to join their BETTER Farm Sheep Programme. This applies to lowland sheep farmers in the Midlands, North East, and Donegal, hill sheep farmers in the South East, and organic sheep enterprises nationwide. Those interested in developing sustainable sheep enterprises must register their interest by Friday, May 20, 2022, at 5 pm IST. The BETTER Farm Sheep…

Next wave of food hikes likely to take effect soon

If the ‘experts’ are right, shoppers could soon face a second wave of food hikes. This could mean that the cost of a basket of everyday items is set to rocket in the near future. Food and Drink Ireland director, Paul Kelly, says that price hikes in animal feed, energy and fertiliser along with supply chain issues will lead to an “inevitable” rise in food prices in the coming weeks…

Brian Gleeson – Former Garda Station, Ballyduff, Co. Waterford – 05/05

Brian Gleeson Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions, for sale by public or online auction in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co Waterford on 5 May 2022 at 2pm. Description: This iconic and imposing detached three storey period property is truly impressive. This dramatic stone building with turrets is situated on an elevated circa 0.5 acre site and has spectacular views of the River Blackwater and the quaint pretty village of Ballyduff. The property currently…

Bentham Auction Mart – Blackpool Simmental Dispersal – 03/05

Bentham Auction Mart brings to auction via LSL Auctions a Blackpool Simmental Dispersal sale on Tuesday, 3 May 2022 in Ring 1 at 10:30am. 40-50 Feeding and cast cows & OTM cattle.328 Store cattle.100 Suckler breeding cattle (approx. 1pm in the Top Ring).Inc. Reduction Sale for JD Loftus, Mount Farm Due to Ill Health of the blackpool herd of pedigree simmental cattle.Comp. 23 cows/hfrs with Calves (spring and autumn born),…

10 things to do at LAMMA 2022

It’s almost time for LAMMA 2022, which takes place this week at The Birmingham NEC on 4 and 5 May, 2022. There’ll be plenty of activities at the event, such as educational talks and the latest cutting edge tech – so be sure to plan ahead.Register your free LAMMA tickets here. Here’s 10 things to do at LAMMA 2022 1. Get a sneak peek at what’s coming next in agri-tech. The Farming 4.0…

Trade mission to Mexico aims to expand pigmeat exports

This week’s trade mission to Mexico to increase pigmeat and agricultural produce exports sees Minister Martin Heydon and Bord Bia engaging with Mexican officials and agri-food stakeholders. It will be led by Minister Martin Heydon TD who will be joined by officials from the Department of Agriculture, BordBia CEO Tara McCarthy and the Embassy of Ireland for meetings with senior ministers of the Mexican government and members of the Mexican…

Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 02/05/2022

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.

Green light for Irish sheepmeat exports to the US

Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has confirmed that full access to the US market has been gained for Irish sheepmeat. This follows an agreement on a bilateral health certificate reached with the US Department of Agriculture on a veterinary health certificate for the export of Irish sheepmeat to the US which allows sheepmeat plants to formally apply for approval. The agreement comes in the wake of the publication in December 2021…

Increase in gas supply, Gas Networks Ireland confirms

Gas Networks Ireland says that there has been a 15% increase in gas demand for the month of March. The increase is the result of a rise in demand following a very stormy February, which saw a new record for wind energy. The company adds that this was led by a 36% hike in the use of gas-fired power plants used to compensate for lower renewable electricity generation. In…

Home rentals in Ireland amongst the most expensive in Europe

The Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has established that rent cap increases have effectively kept a lid on increases, but essentially worked to lower the supply of accommodation. The ESRI’s report indicates that rent pressure zones primarily benefit existing tenants, compared to those seeking accommodation. Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical agency, shows that home rentals in Ireland have increased by 66% since 2010, making it the third highest increase…

EFS applications open to NI farmers

The Department of Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs (DEARA) has announced that the sixth tranche of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) Higher Level is open for application. It is expected to to close on 13 May. EFS Higher Level provides participants with annual payments to help with bringing our most important environmental sites under favourable management. It additionally focuses on land with environmental designations, such as Special Areas of Conservation (SAC)…

Motion to axe carbon tax defeated in the Dáil

TD’s have voted against a motion to “axe the carbon tax” put forward by independent TD for Cork south-west, Deputy Michael Collins and his Rural Independent Group colleagues. According to Deputy Collions, the motion it would have put over €1,120 back into family-farms’ pocket, but the motion was defeated in the Dáil by 77 to 58 votes. TDs from Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, the Green Party and the Social…

Grain market update on 29 April

The Irish Farmer’s Association (IFA) has shared the latest grain market update, as per 29 April 2022. This shows that futures markets firmed again this week following small declines as last week progressed, poor US crop condition and the war in Ukraine continue to provide support to markets. Glanbia offered €320 and €310/t green for feed wheat and barley this week, which is an increase of €3/t on last week.…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 30/04/2022

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 05/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 29/04/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFRX 1.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RPX, 495kg 1.98/kg 980.00AAX, 460kg 1.74/kg 800.00HEX, 430kg 1.60/kg 690.00FRX, 410kg 1.37/kg 560.00FRX, 490kg 1.14/kg 560.00 DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.92/kgFR 1.91/kgFRX 1.56/kgLMX 2.37/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 545kg 2.53/kg 1380.00FR, 525kg 2.42/kg 1270.00SIX, 590kg 2.34/kg 1380.00LMX, 560kg 2.21/kg 1240.00FR, 580kg 2.17/kg 1260.00FR, 590kg 2.12/kg 1250.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.24/kgFR 2.03/kgFRX 2.09/kgLMX 2.19/kgSIX 2.11/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX,…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 05/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 29/04/2022

Friday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LAMBS 20-30KG Avg Price/KgLAMBS 1.98/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMBS, 28kg 2.69/kg 74.00LAMBS, 23kg 2.45/kg 56.00LAMBS, 24kg 2.42/kg 58.00LAMBS, 25kg 2.26/kg 56.00LAMBS, 28kg 2.21/kg 62.00LAMBS, 28kg 2.14/kg 60.00 LAMBS 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLAMBS 2.31/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMBS, 39kg 2.87/kg 112.00LAMBS, 39kg 2.69/kg 106.00LAMBS, 37kg 2.65/kg 99.00LAMBS, 37kg 2.65/kg 98.00LAMBS, 31kg 2.61/kg 80.00LAMBS, 37kg 2.59/kg 96.00 LAMBS 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLAMBS 2.87/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMBS, 41kg 3.37/kg 138.00LAMBS, 47kg…

Progress made with fixed milk-price schemes

There has been some progress regarding fixed milk-price schemes, this is according to the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association (ICMSA). Kerry ICMSA executive, Pat McCormack who was speaking at a meeting held earlier this week and said that suppliers who signed up for contracts in good faith at between 30c/L and 32c/L “are well short of the mark” on current milk prices. He added that the ICMSA has advised farmers…

Murtagh Bros – Whiterock, Longford, Co. Longford – 29/04

Murtagh Bros brings to auction via LSL Auctions a property at Whiterock, Longford, Co. Longford on 29 April, 2022 at 15:00. An excellent c.32 acre non-residential farm laid out in neat tidy divisions with a derelict cottage and extensive road frontage to both the L1071 & L5143, just 500m off the N4 Dublin – Sligo Road. The lands are all in permanent pasture and would benefit from some reclamation, with…

Connaughton Auctioneers – Carrowntober East, Kilkerrin, Co. Galway – 29/04

Connaughton Auctioneers brings to auction via LSL Auctions 12 acres with outbuildings and a 4 bedroom derelict residence on 29 April, 2022. Location: Carrowntober East, Kilkerrin, Co. Galway Description: Prime property containing c. 24.12 Acres of excellent quality lands located in renowned farming district with three bay single slatted shed, three bay hay/machinery shed, pen, crush and four bedroom derelict residence standing thereon. The lands have mains water and electricity…

Common Agricultural Policy inadequate says IFA

The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) says there are restrictions in the existing payment arrangements in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Strategic Plan for designated land. The association believes that this is inadequate and does not address the issue of loss of income and devaluation of land values. IFA Hill Committee chair, Cáillin Conneely says “the Common Agricultural Policy imposes additional costs on farmers and in many cases can make it…

Home insurance cover “low-balling” exposing homeowners to risk

Research conducted by Peopl.ie insurance has found gaps of up to €35,000 in home insurance cover for ordinary households. As such, homeowners are exposing themselves to huge risks if they need to make an insurance claim. Peopl.ie compared sums insured on the properties of their clients with average rebuild costs calculated by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) on similar properties. It established that homeowners are undervaluing the sums insured…

Meat Industry Ireland highlights quota barriers to beef exports

Progress has been made regarding access to the US market for Irish lamb, but Meat Industry Ireland (MII) has warned that action is necessary to address quota barriers to beef exports.MII has expressed their concern about the disruption of Irish beef exports to the US, due to the import market being swamped by Brazilian beef. With the return of Brazilian beef in the US market the import quota that importers…

€50 million waste water funding scheme launched

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien has announced that a €50 million waste water funding scheme has been launched targeting waste-water collection and treatment needs in rural villages. The launch of the initiative follows the completion of a review of villages and settlements that do not have access to public waste water infrastructure. This work included consultation with stakeholders and a detailed survey completed by local authorities…