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Cootehill Mart – Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery Auction – 18/06 – 20/06

Cootehill Mart Machinery Auctions is holding a Live & Timed Farm & Plant Machinery auction via LSL Auctions on Saturday 18 June at 11:00. Lots include: New Holland Ts115 Husqvarna Chain saw Ramp folds up 3 ton trailer hitch Stihl ms125 strimmer Honda hrx 537 lawnmower Fertiliser sower Doda 35 lurry pump Bale stacker on mast Husqvarna front deck rider 5 x 8ft hurdlesLot of wavin fittings Large dining tableCow…

Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 20/06/2022

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.

Exemptions for home solar panels and other buildings proposed

The Minister of State for Planning and Local Government, Peter Burke, TD, this week published proposed revisions to the existing planning exemptions for the installation of solar panels on the roofs of houses and certain non-domestic buildings. A public consultation process as part of the Strategic Environmental Assessment process is now open, and will run until 13 July. The proposed changes are aimed at increasing Ireland’s generation of solar energy and national…

Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show

The Arthur Swallow Antiques & Home Show is a long-standing one-day showground event with avenues, shopping arcades and an indoor area hosting dealers from the UK and Europe. There are three upcoming dates this year, which make a great outing for one-offs and multiples and ideal for trade, home buyers, stylists, props buyers and those stocking retail outlets. Established in 1995, the Antiques & Home Show is regarded by some to be an…

Call for much higher suckler supports valid, says ICSA

Jimmy Cosgrave, ICSA suckler chairman, has commented that the recent Teagasc National Farm Survey 2021 results indicate that ICSA’s call for substantially higher suckler supports is entirely valid. “Minister McConalogue has made a major mistake in not including a coupled payment for suckler farmers in the CAP strategic plan. This is all the more evident when we see that in 2021, dairy farms made nine times more income than suckler farms,”…

A.S.H Auctions – General, Antiques & Collectables sale – 19/06

A.S.H Auctions holds a General, Antiques & Collectables sale via LSL Auction on Sunday, 19 June, 2022, Ring 1, at 10:30. Lots include: WEDGWOOD BLACK JASPER WARE Large 19cm Dia BOWL CROWN BAVARIA 18cm HOFMEISTER LIDDED STEIN Plus TWO AVON LIDDED STEINSDENBY GLYN WARE 2 T JUG c1950sCROWN STAFFORDSHIRE BONE CHINA 12cm x 9cm LIDDED BOX ‘HUNTING SCENE’LONDON FOG SMARTPHONE WRISTLET/PURSEWADE TETLEY TEA MONEY BOXWATERFORD FINE ENGLISH CHINA CUPS & SAUCERS…

Aurivo Leading Ladies highlight gender equality and diversity

Aurivo Co-operative has launched the Aurivo Leading Ladies, a discussion group focused on the importance of gender equality and diversity in the farming community. Thirteen percent of farmers in Ireland are women, and Aurivo Leading Ladies aims to further empower and provide members with a platform to share knowledge, discuss technical issues and problem-solve topics related to the family farm. Speaking at the group launch, Stephen Blewitt, Aurivo’s General Manager of…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 18/06/2022

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 17/06/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SC 400-500KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:STX, 460kg 2.07/kg 950.00LMX, 425kg 1.95/kg 830.00 SC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.24/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:HEX, 535kg 2.39/kg 1280.00LMX, 570kg 2.37/kg 1350.00SHX, 505kg 2.36/kg 1190.00LMX, 560kg 2.21/kg 1240.00LMX, 560kg 2.12/kg 1190.00BBX, 590kg 2.07/kg 1220.00 SC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.33/kgCHX 2.61/kgLMX 2.43/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LM, 680kg 3.09/kg 2100.00LMX, 600kg 2.95/kg 1770.00CHX, 685kg 2.73/kg 1870.00CHX, 695kg 2.68/kg 1860.00CHX, 640kg 2.66/kg 1700.00LMX, 680kg…

SOLD – James L Murtagh – Rhode, Co. Offaly, Westmeath – 17/06

Lot 1, Price 230000.00Lot 2, Price 105000.00Lot 3, Price 72000.00Lot 4, Price 50000.00James L Murtagh brings to auction via LSL Auctions 4 Lots at Rhode, Co. Offaly, Westmeath on 17 June, 2022 at 15:30. Land & Farm Lot 1: c.18.6 Acres Lot 2: c.5.9 Acres Lot 3: c.4.2 Acres Lot 4: c.1.96 Acres View the catalogue: Here.Register to bid: Here. Contact James L Murtagh on: +353 4493 40088. LSL Auctions, LSL News.

SOLD €326000.00 – REA Eoin Dillon – Cloonaloughan Cloughjordan, County Offaly – 16/06

REA Eoin Dillon brings to auction via LSL Auctions a property at Cloonaloughan, Cloughjordan, County Offaly on 16 June, 2022, at 4.30pm. Lot 1: An impressive parcel of agricultural lands comprising of 12.46 Ha (30.79 acres). The lands are in two fields and comprised in part Folio OY399F. The lands are all currently set and have been well tended to by the current owner. Vacant possession will be available in July…

SOLD €416000.00 – Murtagh Bros – Moranstown, Ballynacargy, Co. Westmeath – 16/06

Murtagh Bros brings to auction via LSL Auctions a property at Moranstown, Ballynacargy, Co. Westmeath on Thursday, 16 June 2022 at 15:00. Lot 1: C. 42. 844 Acre. Description: A non-residential farm in permanent pasture with good road frontage, c.500m from Ballynacargy Village, renowned for its fattening abilities. With a large bedded cattle shed and private well water. See the catalogue: Here. Register to bid: Here. Contact Murtagh Bros on: +353…

Home repayments impact poverty rates

The impact of rent and mortgage repayments on poverty rates affects single parents, disabled people, and renters who depend on housing support most severely, according to a recent Central Statistics Office (CSO) report. Equality think tank Social Justice Ireland (SJI) says almost 20% of the population is in poverty after making rent and mortgage repayments. “The overall poverty rate in Ireland increases from 11.6% before housing costs are included to…

Sustainable future for the next generation

The European Union (EU) is funding a €2m international project to develop an education programme for young people focusing on a sustainable future for the next generation. The project aims to develop and deploy an education programme that will enhance societal understanding and engagement on circularity and the bioeconomy, centering around five themes: interconnectedness, outdoor learning, forestry, life below water, and the food loop. BioBeo, funded through the Horizon Europe…

Free guided art tours at the National Gallery

Looking for some fun free weekend art tours? The National Gallery of Ireland offers free guided art tours and everyone is welcome – no booking required! Highlights tours: Saturdays at 12.30pm and 2.30pm, Sundays at 1.30pm and 2.30pm. Themed tours: Saturdays at 1.30pm. Family tours: Sundays at 12.30pm. New parents’ tours: the second Monday of the month at 2.30pm Tours for the hard of hearing: the first Thursday of every second…

The Irish Farmer tests a new farm security camera

Farm security camera systems are a real winner in the battle against farm thieves. Rural police say one of the most effective solutions is using farm security cameras like those from the Reolink Go range. But there are various security camera/system options for farms with internet or those without internet and power cords. Want to know what’s happening to your farm animals all the time? Or keep an eye on…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 17/06/2022

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 17/12/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 16/06/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 20-30KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.49/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 29kg 3.45/kg 100.00SHEEP, 25kg 3.28/kg 82.00SHEEP, 30kg 2.92/kg 86.00SHEEP, 29kg 1.97/kg 57.00SHEEP, 24kg 0.83/kg 20.00 SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.54/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 37kg 3.97/kg 147.00SHEEP, 39kg 3.92/kg 153.00SHEEP, 39kg 3.90/kg 153.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.87/kg 147.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.82/kg 145.00SHEEP, 36kg 3.75/kg 135.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.58/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 45kg 4.01/kg 181.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.98/kg 175.00SHEEP, 44kg…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 16/06/2022

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgDC 1.46/kgFR 1.60/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 495kg 1.96/kg 970.00BAX, 420kg 1.67/kg 700.00DC, 490kg 1.51/kg 740.00DC, 465kg 1.42/kg 660.00FR, 450kg 1.24/kg 560.00 DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgDC 1.94/kgFR 2.63/kgLMX 2.31/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 535kg 3.08/kg 1650.00FR, 570kg 2.84/kg 1620.00CH, 595kg 2.59/kg 1540.00LMX, 585kg 2.55/kg 1490.00AA, 535kg 2.24/kg 1200.00AAX, 565kg 2.21/kg 1250.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.36/kgCHX 2.64/kgDC 2.13/kgFR 1.63/kgHEX 2.31/kgLMX 2.55/kgSIX 2.59/kgHighest…

High price volatility in building materials must be curbed – SCSI

The main reasons for current price inflation is high price volatility across building materials – particularly insulation, cement, plasterboard metals, according to the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI). Their Real Cost of New Apartment Delivery reports published in 2017 and 2021 respectively showed that lower-rise suburban apartment delivery costs rose from €155,000 to €177,000 during the four-year period. The report also highlights other factors such as labour cost increases…

Eligible farmers can apply to Fodder Support Scheme worth €56 million

A Fodder Support Scheme worth €56 million was launched this week on 15 June, 2022. The aim of the venture is to incentivise farmers, particularly drystock farmers, to grow more fodder (silage and/or hay) to ensure that the country doesn’t have a shortage over the coming winter and next spring. The budget for the Fodder Support Scheme is €56 million, with a payment rate of up to €100/ha. Minister for…

Applications open for Pig Exceptional Payment Scheme 2

Charlie McConalogue, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, has announced the opening of applications for the Pig Exceptional Payment Scheme 2 (PEPS2) as of 13 June, 2022. In announcing the scheme, Minister McConalogue said: “As I have consistently stated, our pig farmers are remarkably resilient, but I am acutely aware of the unprecedented challenges they are facing at present. Irish pig farmers, alongside others across the EU, are…

Join Teagasc’s tillage farm walks this June

This month’s Tillage Signpost and IPMWorks Farm Walks will address sustainability challenges and solutions on tillage farms such as water quality and nitrates, reducing pesticides, and developing non-plough-based systems on farms. IPMWorks is an EU-wide farm network established to demonstrate and promote cost-effective strategies on Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Walk the farm of John Crowley, Tinnashrule, Ferns, Co. Wexford, Y21 TX82 on Tuesday, 28 June, 2022 at 11am. Darren Allen’s Ballymaloe Farm is the venue…

John Beattie exhibition at National Archives

The National Archives is hosting a unique exhibition of work in progress featuring new and original artwork from artist-in-residence John Beattie. The exhibition, ‘Reperforming State Memory – Work in Progress’, explores new perspectives on archival material relating to the 1921-1923 period. John Beattie’s art practice takes the form of still and moving-image staged productions. He examines and re-presents historical events and narratives using a range of imaging technologies in a…

Online Auctions – Thursday’s Calendar 16/06/2022

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 26/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 15/06/2022

Wednesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. HEIFER-F 300-400KG Avg Price/KgBBX 2.64/kgCHX 2.65/kgLMX 2.78/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 365kg 3.32/kg 1210.00CHX, 350kg 2.97/kg 1040.00LMX, 345kg 2.90/kg 1000.00LMX, 350kg 2.89/kg 1010.00CHX, 382kg 2.88/kg 1100.00CHX, 385kg 2.86/kg 1100.00 HEIFER-F 400-500KG Avg Price/KgBBX 2.63/kgCHX 2.65/kgHEX 2.44/kgLMX 2.79/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 400kg 2.98/kg 1190.00BBX, 430kg 2.86/kg 1230.00LMX, 475kg 2.82/kg 1340.00LMX, 480kg 2.81/kg 1350.00CHX, 480kg 2.81/kg 1350.00CHX, 415kg 2.77/kg 1150.00 HEIFER-F 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.85/kgHEX 2.26/kgLM…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 15/06/2022

Wednesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 80-90KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 1.94/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 87kg 2.02/kg 176.00SHEEP, 85kg 1.99/kg 169.00SHEEP, 87kg 1.82/kg 158.00 LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.52/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 39kg 3.56/kg 139.00LB, 38kg 3.47/kg 132.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.60/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 40kg 4/kg 160.00LB, 44kg 3.95/kg 174.00LB, 42kg 3.95/kg 166.00LB, 40kg 3.95/kg 158.00LB, 44kg 3.93/kg 173.00LB, 44kg 3.93/kg 173.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.20/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB,…

New Gorey Agricultural Show location

The Gorey Agricultural Show Committee is delighted to announce that the venue for their 2022 event is Ashton, Ballycanew, by kind permission of Mrs Anne Hardy and Family. The Hardy Family are well associated with Gorey Agricultural Show having previously hosted the show from 1995 to 2009. The showcase has had a variety of homes over the years, most recently at Clonattin, Gorey in 2019, and now Ashton makes a…

Major changes to Farm Assist Means Test

Substantial changes have been made to the Farm Assist Means Test, which will benefit thousands of farmers. This was introduced yesterday, 14 June 2022, by Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys. The Minister has signed regulations that will introduce a new income disregard which will ensure farmers who avail of Agri-Environmental Schemes will not see their social welfare payments impacted. As such, an income disregard will now be applied to the…

Huge 178% jump of fertiliser prices in just one year

The latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) shows that fertiliser prices have increased by a whopping 178% in the year up to April 2022. And according to the Agricultural Price Indices, the cost of fertiliser last month rose by over 16% compared to March. The CSO figures indicate that energy prices jumped by 43%, while feed costs rose by 27% over the 12-month period. The agricultural input price index…