EIT Climate-KIC to partner with stakeholders in the Irish agri-food sector
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue and Minister of State at the DAFM, Martin Heydon, have initiated…
Minister to assess pig farming requests from IFA
The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) has confirmed that they have met with Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie…
Avian influenza found in wild birds
There have been reports of numbers of wild birds contracting avian influenza. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine…
Online Auctions – Thursday’s Calendar 31/03/2022
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…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 30/03/2022
Wednesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DRYCOW-F 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.87/kgLMX 2.26/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 520kg 2.40/kg 1250.00LMX,…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 30/03/2022
Wednesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.28/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 43kg 3.67/kg 158.00LB, 42kg…
10 Tips to ensure bull fertility in breeding season
As calving season on many farms is nearing an end, breeding season is almost here. According to Teagasc, calving season…
Irish fur farming ban soon to be signed into law
A bill banning fur farming in Ireland is due to be signed into law by president Michael D. Higgins in…
Comment on the river basin management plan
The deadline for submissions regarding views on the draft river basin management plan is this Thursday, 31 March, 2022. The…
Forestry Knowledge Transfer Group Scheme 2022 initiated
The Forestry Knowledge Transfer Group Scheme (KTG) for 2022 has opened, allowing participants the opportunity to learn from the experts…
Online Auctions – Wednesday’s Calendar 30/03/2022
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…
Yokohama buys Trelleborg wheel systems unit
Trelleborg has agreed to sell its wheel systems unit to Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd for €2.1 billion. Known for its…
Fewer contractors tendering for public housing contracts
Chairman of the County and City Management Association’s committee on housing and land-use, Frank Curran, yesterday said that ceilings imposed…
Veterinary Practice Survey reveals skills shortage
The annual Veterinary Practice Survey has revealed that there is a recruitment crisis facing the sector, due to a growth…
50% increase in the cost of building a farm shed due to inflation
Inflation in the price of steel and timber has led to the cost of building an average farm shed rising…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 29/03/2022
Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LAMB 20-30KG Avg Price/KgLAMB 2.84/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMB, 29kg 4.03/kg 117.00LAMB, 28kg…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 29/03/2022
Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.63/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:AAX, 535kg 1.66/kg 890.00AAX, 585kg…
Lime application can be a cost-effective add-on to fertiliser in spring
At a time when many farmers are looking for ways to reduce costs, Marion Fox, Teagasc advisor, Athenry, offers advice…
Everyone urged to be conscious of wildfires in NI countryside
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) and Police Service of…
Support package for NI agricultural shows
Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Edwin Poots has announced a £200,000 support package for agricultural shows in Northern…
Sheep trade sees another increase in prices
There has been an increase in sheep trade this week, with base prices for hoggets increasing by 10c/kg leaving quotes…
Significant increase in house prices, REA Average Price Survey finds
The average house price has increased by 3.16% nationally during the first three months of the year. This is according…
Microbiological Challenges for Artisan/Small Food Producers
Teagasc will host a seminar titled Microbiological Challenges for Artisan/Small Food Producers: How to Make Safer Food. This informative presentation…
Food price inflation can’t be carried by farmers, says INHFA
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association (INHFA) has contributed to the debate around ongoing price increases, saying that farmers…
TD questions the lack of engagement by Bord na Móna
Serious doubts have emerged regarding Bord na Móna’s (BNM) communication’s process, as all contact from local growers with the company…
LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 28/03/2022
Monday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. CO 300-400KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:FR, 355kg 1.07/kg 380.00KE, 395kg 0.81/kg 320.00…
LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 28/03/2022
Monday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SH 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSH 2.76/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SH, 37kg 3.30/kg 122.00SH, 38kg…
2022 Call for Proposals in Agriculture announced
A collaboration between Ireland, Northern Ireland and the U.S has been in operation for 16 years, and together they have…
Launch of the revamped Kuhn Optimer model
Kuhn’s latest 600hp tractor, the Kuhn Optimer model, is set to make waves in the agricultural sector as its 12m…
Apartments take the lead in Dublin’s new housing sector
An analysis of Department of Housing statistics by Goodbody Stockbrokers has showed that most new housing units currently being built…