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Macra na Feirme says a dairy retirement scheme would attract young farmers

Macra na Feirme, the young farmer organisation, has commented that a potential retirement scheme for the dairy sector could result in higher numbers of active young farmers. “For a number of years, Macra na Feirme has highlighted that a retirement scheme is needed across all the farming sectors to ensure financial security for the farmer who is stepping back – but also that the necessary supports are in place to…

EU Organic Awards welcomes applications from farmers and producers

The closing date to submit an application to the EU Organic Awards is 8 June, 2022. The venture acknowledges the role played by organic farmers and producers across the European Union through this new awards scheme. There are eight awards divided into seven categories: Best organic farmer – one male and one femaleBest organic regionBest organic cityBest organic bio-districtBest organic small and medium enterprise (SME)Best organic food retailerBest organic restaurant Organic production…

Large number of homeowners failing to file property tax returns

Months have passed since the deadline to file local property tax returns (LPT), yet more than 300,000 property owners have not done so. To date, Revenue has not taken action against them. It appears that almost 316,000 property owners have failed to provide an updated valuation for their homes. One could infer that it is likely that the homeowners are underpaying tax, and could face interest rate penalties. Revenue officials…

Eating Sustainably Classroom Challenge launched

In an attempt to encourage healthy lifestyles, the National Dairy Council has launched a competition to encourage pupils to eat sustainably. The competition will run in conjunction with the School Milk Scheme (SMS) and will be known as the Eating Sustainably Classroom Challenge. The competition will be open to all schools participating in the SMS. Teachers will each receive a unique login and password upon registration for their specific…

Most farmland buyers used cash for their purchases, survey finds

The latest survey conducted by Real Estate Alliance (REA) has revealed that 59% of farmland buyers used their own cash reserves to buy their property, while over 34% negotiated a part-mortgage. The figures are a surprise, as it was expected that land buyers would return to bank borrowing as money from development land and road CPOs from the boom years had dried up. The survey also revealed that other sources…

European Commission launches new fund

As food security is high on the agenda of discussions by the European Commission, it has announced a €500 million fund for food producers. Reports suggest that of that Ireland will be receiving just over €15 million, and each member state can then provide further funding up to 200% of their national envelope this equates to a further €30 million for Ireland. With the latest funding announcement, the government…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 15/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 25/03/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.19/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 450kg 1.69/kg 760.00STX, 430kg 1.67/kg 720.00FR, 460kg 1.65/kg 760.00FRX, 490kg 1.45/kg 710.00FR, 420kg 1.43/kg 600.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.55/kgHEX 1.80/kgLMX 1.72/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 665kg 2.30/kg 1530.00LMX, 650kg 2.29/kg 1490.00DC, 600kg 2.28/kg 1370.00BA, 605kg 2.28/kg 1380.00CHX, 670kg 2.07/kg 1390.00SIX, 645kg 2.03/kg 1310.00 DC 700-800KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.04/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 795kg 2.62/kg 2080.00AAX, 730kg 2.15/kg…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 25/03/2022

Friday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 20-30KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.90/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 29kg 3.30/kg 97.00SHEEP, 28kg 2.5/kg 70.00 SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 30kg 3.78/kg 115.00SHEEP, 35kg 3.71/kg 130.00SHEEP, 34kg 3.66/kg 126.00SHEEP, 37kg 3.62/kg 133.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.61/kg 136.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.57/kg 137.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.27/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 44kg 3.66/kg 161.00SHEEP, 42kg 3.63/kg 154.00SHEEP, 40kg 3.62/kg 145.00SHEEP, 40kg 3.6/kg 144.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.56/kg 155.00SHEEP, 42kg…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 26/03/2022

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.

Appeal for fair pricing of private label milk

The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) has highlighted the fact that a fair wholesale price for private label milk is needed, as high input costs could threaten shop supply next winter. Keith O’Boyle, the IFA’s liquid milk chair, commented that fair pricing should be ensured by the Office for Fairness and Transparency in the Agri-Food Supply Chain, which was recently approved by Cabinet. Many farmers are currently questioning why they are taking…

Household budgets being hit hard by stepped-up inflation

Chief economist at KBC Bank Austin Hughes says that many households are likely to face a palpable drop in living standards this year. “We estimate that the step-up in inflation between 2021 and 2022 will drain around €4bn from consumer spending power, implying a hit to the average household of just over €2,000.” The results of the latest KBC Bank Consumer Sentiment Index come as the Economic and Social Research…

Help to Buy scheme an incentive for first-time property buyers

Buying a new home can be tough on the pocket for many first-time buyers, so the Help to Buy scheme can be of huge benefit for those just starting out in the property market. The Government’s facility, which was launched in 2017, will keep running this year. The CEO of IPAV, Pat Davitt, says “The Help to Buy scheme is very good for first-time buyers. We’d obviously like to see…

Reduction of emissions focus of Committee talks

The reduction of emissions in the agricultural sector is a topic of vital importance in the global setting. Due to this the Committees on Agriculture and Climate Action held a joint meeting earlier this week to discuss this topic and the results thereof. In an effort to adhere to the commitments posed, Cathaoirleach of the Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Deputy, Jackie Cahill welcomed the meeting, saying…

Businesses urged to participate in new NI Soil Nutrient Scheme

Businesses in Northern Ireland have been urged to participate in the new Soil Nutrient Scheme (SNHS) as they would be able to benefit from what it could offer. This comes as Minister for Agriculture, Environmental and Rural Affairs, Edwin Poots announced the launch of the Northern Ireland Soil Nutrient Scheme. The initiative is expected to be rolled out in zonal phases over a 4-year period, with an investment of £45…

Good start to the year for manufacturer Lemken

German manufacturer Lemken has reported a 22% increase in sales for the past business year, despite facing COVID-19 restrictions. With a sales volume of €446 million, the latest figures are a new high for the 242-year-old family business. According to the company incoming orders have exceeded expectations. Lemken says production was optimally maintained throughout the year. Additionally it reports an increase of staff, with a total of 1,697 employees at…

ICOS pushes for protection of family farms

When the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) and Food Vision Group met earlier this week, ICOS raised the matter that there is a need for family farms to be protected, and given options to grow in a sustainable manner. Discussions at the meeting revolved around concerns facing the dairy industry. The group has been tasked with prospecting ways for the dairy sector to help achieve targets for agriculture and land…

Teagasc’s factsheet for fertiliser on sheep farms

Teagasc has published a compendium of 20 factsheets providing the latest technical advice on soils, nutrients and fertiliser. The 19th of these is about fertiliser on sheep farms. Farmers are urged to focus on nutrient management planning, optimisation of soil fertility, using organic manures strategically and increasing clover in swards, all balanced with prudent fertiliser usage. Key decisions in the current financial climate: – Soil test where recent results are…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 05/12/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 24/03/2022

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. WN 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.12/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 300kg 2.47/kg 740.00LMX, 325kg 2.46/kg 800.00AAX, 397kg 2.27/kg 900.00AAX, 325kg 1.97/kg 640.00FRX, 365kg 1.81/kg 660.00SH, 385kg 1.79/kg 690.00 CO 300-400KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.33/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 385kg 1.69/kg 650.00LMX, 365kg 1.07/kg 390.00FR, 370kg 0.97/kg 360.00 CO 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.56/kgFRX 1.21/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 470kg 2.09/kg 980.00SIX, 440kg 2.05/kg 900.00FR, 485kg 2.02/kg 980.00HEX, 485kg 1.88/kg 910.00FR,…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 01/12/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 24/03/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.75/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 38kg 2.87/kg 109.00LB, 38kg 2.63/kg 100.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.22/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 47kg 3.45/kg 162.00LB, 47kg 3.40/kg 160.00LB, 46kg 3.26/kg 150.00LB, 44kg 3.25/kg 143.00LB, 44kg 3.23/kg 142.00LB, 44kg 3.18/kg 140.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.09/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 50kg 3.36/kg 168.00LB, 50kg 3.34/kg 167.00LB, 50kg 3.28/kg 164.00LB, 52kg 3.27/kg 170.00LB, 52kg 3.27/kg 170.00LB, 51kg…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 25/03/2022

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.

Women farmers still face challenges in the agricultural sector

The Northern Ireland Assembly’s publication on the status of women farmers in the agricultural sector highlights existing gender disparities. The report is titled, Breaking the Grass Ceiling – Challenges Women Experience in the Local Agricultural Sector. Challenges that were isolated include gaining ownership of farms and land, caring responsibilities, a lack of support from family, underrepresentation of women role models and gender bias in the industry are the main challenges…

More data needed to assess badger culling and bovine TB link

Data on badger culling and bovine tuberculosis (TB) control in cattle remains somewhat limited, and an ongoing analysis is needed to ascertain the linkage. Animal-welfare organisation Born Free published its latest findings in the Veterinary Record scientific journal last month. The British Veterinary Association (BVA) welcomed the research, but said that not all views expressed were in keeping with its own. It said, “The study suggests that a decline in incidence…

Nature-based options suggested for managing groundwater

A report titled Groundwater: Making the Invisible Visible was published this week. It examines the critical importance of groundwater in global food security. The review states that groundwater accounts for almost 99% of all liquid freshwater on earth. As such, it is crucial for food and water security, and the fight against poverty The publication is part of the UN’s World Water Development Report (WWDR) by the Food and Agriculture Organisation…

Private storage aid scheme for pigmeat to open later this month

The European Commission has confirmed that its proposed private storage aid scheme for pigmeat will open later this month. There there will be temporary exemptions for some scheme regulations. The Commission also announced further measures to address the food crisis in the form of a €500 million support package for farmers. According to the EU Commission the introduction of a private storage scheme aims to ease pressure on markets in the EU, and…

Online Auctions – Thursday’s Calendar 24/03/2022

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.

Renewable energy use will see farmers receive an incentive

Farmers have been encouraged to install solar PV panels as this would enable them to receive 17.5c/kWh for electricity generation from renewable energy company Arden Energy. In its latest partnership with another renewable energy company, Local Power, the export price will be offered to farms and businesses that are producing electricity through installed solar PV panels. “Arden Energy’s offer of a guaranteed export price of 17.5c/kWh sends a clear…

VAT exemption should be considered for LESS equipment says ICSA

“Low-emission slurry spreading equipment (LESS) has become a huge part of our climate action strategy but the cost of putting it in place is just too great for most,” this is comes as the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association says that there should be a VAT exemption on LESS equipment. The VAT price for a standard 2,500-gallon spreader is upwards of €10,000 and ICSA president Dermot Kelleher says that…

IFA welcomes Office for Fairness and Transparency in Agri-Food Supply Chain

The Cabinet has approved a bill to establish a new agri-food authority which will be known as the Office for Fairness and Transparency in the Agri-Food Supply Chain. According to Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, the objective of the office will be to promote the principles of fairness and transparency in the agricultural and food-supply chain by conducting market analysis on all sectors through publicly available…

Farmers encouraged to spread fertiliser now

Mike Magan, the chair of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee, is encouraging farmers to make sure that enough fertiliser is spread on grassland now for grazing and first-cut silage. The newly formed committee currently has representatives from over 30 farm and agri-food organisations, and Magan gave the advice at their second meeting. He said that, “there is a good weather forecast for the weeks ahead,” and that farmers…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 09/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 23/03/2022

Wednesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DRY COW 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.44/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:HEX, 498kg 1.93/kg 960.00BBX, 424kg 1.77/kg 750.00AAX, 442kg 1.65/kg 730.00FR, 466kg 1.57/kg 730.00FR, 470kg 1.32/kg 620.00 DRY COW 500-600KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.01/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:BBX, 592kg 2.74/kg 1620.00SIX, 582kg 2.32/kg 1350.00LMX, 576kg 2.08/kg 1200.00FR, 574kg 1.85/kg 1060.00FR, 550kg 1.18/kg 650.00FR, 542kg 1.01/kg 550.00 DRY COW 600-700KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.51/kgLMX 2.16/kgSIX 2.11/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 670kg 2.42/kg…