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Crisis is bigger than Brexit for cattle, sheep, and suckler farms

Rocketing farm costs are now a bigger threat than Brexit, the Irish Cattle & Sheep Farmer’s Association (ICSA) has said. Speaking after a National Fodder and Food Security committee meeting ICSA beef chairman Edmund Graham made it clear that in his view, the cattle and sheep sectors are most at risk. He added said the bleak future facing drystock farmers is not being taken seriously by both Minister McConalogue and…

Online Auctions – Tuesday’s Calendar 26/04/2022

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.

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 17/12/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 25/04/2022

Monday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.89/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 35kg 3.54/kg 124.00LB, 39kg 3.49/kg 136.00LB, 33kg 2.55/kg 84.00LB, 35kg 2/kg 70.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.65/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 43kg 3.81/kg 164.00LB, 43kg 3.81/kg 164.00LB, 43kg 3.81/kg 164.00LB, 43kg 3.79/kg 163.00LB, 42kg 3.79/kg 159.00LB, 44kg 3.77/kg 166.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.06/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 50kg 3.28/kg 164.00LB, 53kg 3.19/kg 169.00LB, 50kg 3.18/kg 159.00LB, 51kg…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 26/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 25/04/2022

Monday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.30/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 495kg 2.63/kg 1300.00LMX, 455kg 1.98/kg 900.00FRX, 415kg 1.69/kg 700.00JEX, 405kg 1.33/kg 540.00 SC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.20/kgLMX 2.22/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:BBX, 580kg 2.86/kg 1660.00LM, 550kg 2.58/kg 1420.00LMX, 500kg 2.56/kg 1280.00CHX, 550kg 2.55/kg 1400.00LMX, 570kg 2.25/kg 1280.00LMX, 575kg 2.19/kg 1260.00 SC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.95/kgBBX 2.43/kgCHX 2.28/kgLMX 2.40/kgSIX 2.02/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 648kg 3.24/kg 2100.00LMX, 685kg 2.86/kg…

LAMMA 2022 speaker zones hone in on red diesel

New platforms at LAMMA 2022 will be two speaker zones where visitors can drop in for updates on the latest industry developments and issues, plus have the opportunity to question industry experts. One of the biggest draws in the programme is expected to be a daily session led by NAAC and HMRC on the changes to rebated fuel. Entitlement for rebated diesel, or red diesel, is being withdrawn from various industries as the…

Agri-food SMEs need more support, according to report

A report conducted by EIT Food North West has recommended the establishment of an inclusive regional network for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agri-food sector. The report was based on the insights from 100 agri-food SMEs. EIT Food is supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, a body of the EU which has been tasked with driving innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe. The report additionally…

DAFM announces €32 million funding for coastal projects

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has announced €32.7 million in funding for 110 coastal projects in Ireland. The scheme arose from a recommendation of the Seafood Taskforce which was set up in March 2021. It was set-up to look at the impacts of Brexit on the fishing sector and coastal communities. Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue says that the department is administering…

Animal health service needs more farmer involvement

More farmers should be encouraged to participate in The Parasite Control Targeted Advisory Service on Animal Health (TASAH), which is considered to be an important initiative. IFA Animal Health Chairman TJ Maher says more could be done to encourage farmers to get involved. The TASAH is open to all cattle and sheep farms, and includes a veterinary farm visit and two faecal egg counts. Funding is available for up to…

rural business development grant aid fund

Rural Business Development Grant Scheme opens soon

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has launched the Rural Business Development Grant Scheme. It opens on 4 May, 2022, and aims to help rural micro businesses to sustain, develop and recover from the Covid 19 pandemic. The scheme is funded through the DAERA Tackling Rural Poverty and Social Isolation (TRPSI) Programme, and will be delivered in partnership with local councils. The grant will provide capital assistance…

Decline in suckler cow numbers, says DAFM

The Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine (DAFM) says that there has been a decline in suckler cow numbers with the figure at 142,000 in Ireland compared to the same period five years ago. The figures were part of data released by DAFM. The department figures show that a total of 863,882 beef-sired (suckler) cows were in the country on 1 February 2022, whereas the number stood at 1,006,179…

37% increase in UK sheepmeat export in February

UK sheepmeat export volumes totalled 6,300t in February, making this a 37% increase compared to the same month in 2021. According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) this sheepmeat export volume is similar to pre-pandemic and pre-Brexit levels, with the EU remaining the main destination. Imports of fresh and frozen sheepmeat saw a substantial increase year-on-year by 66% during the month of February to 4700t. AHDB’s Rebecca…

Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 25/04/2022

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.

Bovine TB reactors decrease over one year period

Statistics released by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) show that bovine tuberculosis (TB) reactors in Ireland dropped from 22,614 in 2020 to 20,931 last year. Figures indicate that the herd incidence rate in the state fell from 4.38% to 4.33% in 2021. The highest was recorded in west Co. Wicklow at 18.11%, while in the east of the county, it was 8.34%. North Co. Cork followed…

Support for the pig sector “a long way off the mark”, says IFA

It appears that support packages for the pig sector will only cover losses for April and May 2022. The Irish Farmers’ Association has asserted that it is “disappointed” with the lack of understanding” of the severity of the current situation. According to IFA pig committee vice-chairman William Murphy, the IFA went to Government looking for an aid package to support farmers for the year, and what has been put on…

Timber home industry could benefit from Coillte’s new forest plan

A plan to grow 100,000 hectares of new forests in Ireland by 2050 aims to support the delivery of one-third of the country’s afforestation target, and create a carbon sink of 18 million tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2). The scheme was unveiled by Coillte, a commercial forestry business responsible for the management of 440,000 hectares of Ireland’s forests, which represents 7% of the country. Bernie Gray, Coillte chairwoman, shared that…

Drystock farmers not experiencing delivery issues

Drystock farmers are not having difficulty getting fertiliser delivered, this was revealed after a survey was conducted on the matter at the start of April. The topic formed part of discussions at the third meeting of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee held earlier this week. According to the survey 61% of drystock farmers have confirmed that they have not experienced any disruptions in having their fertiliser delivered. …

Significant losses reported in pig farming sector

There have been significant losses in the pig farming sector, with the average 600-sow pig unit losing €206,000 since the start of 2022, according to Teagasc. This comes as the National Fodder and Food Security Committee held its third meeting earlier this week. According to Teagasc, the average producer is down by a further €58,000 in the past month. The authority estimates that the Irish pig sector has lost €54.2…

Axa launches initiative to develop green spaces

A €1 million initiative has been launched by Axa Insurance that will see local communities developing and enhancing green spaces in towns and villages. The new environmental grants programme known as Axa Parks aims to support local community projects. The company says the initiative demonstrates “real commitment to improved outcomes for environment and our communities’ wellbeing”. The fund will support projects, both large and small, with grants ranging from…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 23/04/2022

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 16/02/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 22/04/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. CO 300-400KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.42/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 390kg 1.51/kg 590.00FR, 380kg 1.42/kg 540.00FR, 375kg 1.33/kg 500.00 CO 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.53/kgFRX 1.61/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 475kg 2.21/kg 1050.00CHX, 475kg 2.11/kg 1000.00FR, 480kg 2/kg 960.00SPX, 475kg 1.85/kg 880.00FRX, 460kg 1.85/kg 850.00FR, 490kg 1.80/kg 880.00 CO 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.76/kgFR 1.67/kgFRX 1.69/kgLMX 2.35/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 515kg 2.50/kg 1290.00SIX, 565kg 2.21/kg 1250.00LMX, 590kg 2.20/kg 1300.00FRX,…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 22/04/2022

Friday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. RAM 60-70KG Avg Price/KgRAM 1.34/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RAM, 62kg 2.68/kg 166.00RAM, 68kg 0/kg 0.00 RAM 70-80KG Avg Price/KgRAM 1.69/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RAM, 70kg 2.23/kg 156.00RAM, 78kg 1.74/kg 136.00RAM, 74kg 1.73/kg 128.00RAM, 72kg 1.64/kg 118.00RAM, 78kg 1.10/kg 86.00 RAM 80-90KG Avg Price/KgRAM 1.51/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RAM, 84kg 1.61/kg 136.00RAM, 82kg 1.41/kg 116.00 RAM 90-100KG Avg Price/KgRAM 1.44/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RAM, 90kg 1.64/kg 148.00RAM, 96kg 1.58/kg 152.00RAM,…

Thurles Greyhound Stadium – Trials and Auction – 23/04

Thurles Greyhound Stadium will host Trials and an Auction via LSL Auctions on Saturday 23 April, 2022 at 8:00. See the catalogue: Here. Register to bid: Here. To follow the race via the LSL Auctions App, download the app and sign up. If your mobile is not registered with Thurles Greyhound Stadium, please call +353 504 21003 to set you up for online bidding. LSL Auctions. LSL News.

Let’s Talk Equine webinars

Let’s Talk Equine are a series of monthly equine webinars presented by Teagasc on the first Tuesday of the month at 8.30pm. The sessions offer an opportunity to hear from industry professionals discussing topics of relevance to horse breeders. Make sure to join at 8.30pm for what is hoped to be interesting discussion with a sharing of relevant information to inform decision making on your own farm. The webinars are broadcast using zoom,…

Land values increase by 3.2%, according to new data

Data released by Sherry Fitzgerald has indicated that agricultural land values in Ireland continue to grow steadily with national values rising by 3.2%. According to its Agricultural Land Barometer the average price of an acre of farmland is approximately €10,050. The company says that in a 12-month period values have increased 8.4% nationally, with this being the strongest growth recorded over a 12-month period since the land barometer began in 2013.…

Decline in sheep kill figures, says DAFM

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has released the latest sheep kill figures which indicate that there has been a decrease in the number of hoggets slaughtered this week, with the number at 48,683 head. This is a decline of 6,404 head from the previous week. However, ewe and ram throughput saw an increase of 564 from the previous week, totalling 4,195 head. Weekly throughput had been…

Demand remains favourable for building materials firm CRH

The first three months of 2022 have seen group sales for building materials firm CRH rise 15% compared to those of last year. This is despite the challenges over the last period. The Irish company released the results in their last trading update, indicating that sales were up 13% on a like-for-like basis, with earnings and margin expected to be up on the same period in 2021. CRH’s building products…

Outlook for sheep farming sector remains positive

Despite rising input costs, a recent survey conducted as part of Ifac’s Irish Farm Report 2022 has revealed that half of sheep farmers have a positive outlook for the sheep farming sector. According to the data from the farming accountancy group, 2021 appeared to be an excellent year. In 2021, average sheep prices reached €6.67/kg, a 27% increase from 2020. At the same time, throughput decreased by 4% in 2021…

EU’s lack of response to fertiliser alternatives questioned

Questions have been raised regarding whether the European Commission is doing anything to look at sources of fertiliser alternatives. Irish MEP Colm Markey raised concerns on the matter while speaking during a meeting in Europe earlier this week, where members of the European Commission’s Directorate General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI) addressed the European Parliament’s Committee on Agriculture. The Fine Gael MEP asked the following question, “it’s…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 22/04/2022

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 – Sheep Mart – 20/02/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 21/04/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SH 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSH 3.22/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SH, 37kg 3.38/kg 125.00SH, 37kg 3.22/kg 119.00SH, 30kg 3.07/kg 92.00 SH 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSH 3.42/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SH, 46kg 3.72/kg 171.00SH, 42kg 3.71/kg 156.00SH, 43kg 3.67/kg 158.00SH, 46kg 3.67/kg 169.00SH, 47kg 3.32/kg 156.00SH, 44kg 3.32/kg 146.00 SH 50-60KG Avg Price/KgSH 3.01/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SH, 50kg 3.5/kg 175.00SH, 52kg 3.19/kg 166.00SH, 50kg 3.18/kg 159.00SH, 52kg 2.98/kg 155.00SH, 56kg…