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Silage in, slurry out, says Farmer Phil

In today’s video, Farmer Phil is “going tankering” as he begins the “silage in, slurry out” phase with the tanker. “It’s the last bit of tillage to be done on the maize ground so it’s ready for sowing, about six loads on five acres… The pressure is on to get it done,” he says. He tries out a new splash plate that Father Phil had already given the thumbs up.…

Silage season – The Irish Farmer’s first cut

It’s silage season and Tom Slattery, aka The Irish Farmer, is busy with one of the largest silage crops they’ve ever experienced. “In this video, we bale the first part of the first cut. Enjoy all,” he says. Slattery is a dairy and beef farmer in Dingle, in the heart of west Kerry, southwest Ireland. He is also an artificial insemination technician so he works with animals “all the time”.…

Latest prices for beef and sheep

Cattle supplies are extremely tight as shed cattle have gone through the system and no flush of grass cattle is expected soon, says IFA livestock chairman Brendan Golden said. Last week’s throughput of 33 203 was the largest full week’s drop in numbers this year with heifers back 1 418 head, steers back 582 head and cows back 568 head. He said prices have moved another 10c/kg this week with…

New innovation for electrification of heavy machinery

Danfoss Power Solutions, a leading global supplier of mobile and industrial hydraulics as well as electric powertrain systems, and RISE™Robotics, a leading zero-emission heavy machinery company, are working together to validate the latest electromechanical actuator technology from RISE™. This new partnership is an example of how both companies prioritize innovation and find new ways to meet the increasing demand for electrification solutions coming from current and prospective customers. “It’s an…

Biofuel creation could be enhanced by sectorial collaboration

Farmers in Ireland must change methods substantially by 2032 if the country is to reduce its national emissions from 35.4%. A recent Environmental Protection Agency report on CO2 emissions on the island states that while the focus is on reducing transport emissions, these are 15% lower than those of agriculture. A potential solution lies in the sectors joining forces to create biofuels. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines…

New Protein/Cereal Mix Crop Scheme launched

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, recently launched the Protein/Cereal Mix Crop Scheme. He said: “As part of our response to support the production of protein crops in Ireland, I am delighted to launch the Protein/Cereal Mix Scheme. Supporting domestic production of protein crops will reduce Ireland’s reliance on imported feed materials,” he said. “A budget of EUR 1.2 million is available for the Protein/Cereal Mix…

New slurry tanker for tough terrain

A new six-wheel-drive slurry tanker made in Ireland is set to help farmers safely navigate tough hills and soft, wet ground. Its ground-driven axle and additional tyres will enable slurry spreading in wetter conditions. The Slurry-TEK tanker is expected to be available on the island by the end of September. The company specialises in rain gun technology, and focuses on products that facilitate safer spreading on dangerous ground. The position of the axle…

Research initiative launched between Ireland and New Zealand

A new research initiative focusing on reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and enhanced carbon sequestration in ruminant, pasture-based production systems has been launched between Ireland and New Zealand. The launch of the new Joint Research Mechanism (JRM) is a result of the Ministerial Statement on Joint Cooperation in Agriculture between Ireland and New Zealand, made last October. Marking the signing of the MoA, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine…

Nitrates Derogation needs to be workable and fair

Denis Drennan of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association has warned that the conditions attached to Ireland’s Nitrates Derogation are “unworkable”. Drennan, the association’s deputy president, called on Charlie McConalogue, Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine, to intervene. He wants McConalogue to insist on the level of practicality required to achieve the overall aims and support the more than 6 000 family farms making use of the derogation. The Nitrates Derogation allows…

Agricultural landscape offers huge opportunity for biogas industry

As an agricultural country, Ireland has huge opportunity for the development of the biogas industry to reduce farm fuel costs. Speaking at a recent conference, Barry Caslin, Teagasc energy and rural development specialist, pointed out that renewable energy operations generally need a lot of land. And while farmers must focus on producing food first, as landowners they must also look at how best to use their assets. What about exporting…

Fertiliser prices have increased by 149%

Fertiliser prices were up by 149% year on year to March 2022, according to the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Energy and feed prices increased by 54.9% and 22.6% respectively. Milk prices are up by more than 32%, while cattle prices are more than 22% higher on an annual basis. Food price inflation is likely to get worse as higher energy costs continue to impact the economy. An average food basket…

More diverse and resilient food systems will safeguard food security

The global food price crisis continues to threaten food security. The FAO Food Price Index is expected to highlight this as food prices reached record highs for April 2022. The recently released IPES-Food report highlights the growing food security crisis. Weighty reliance on food imports and extreme commodity speculation are among the drivers of the crisis. These have gone unresolved since 2007 – 2008. Main drivers: Dietary diversity has been…

Be safety conscious during silage making

Because May is the month for silage making, safety is paramount. Be safe around moving machinery, whether it’s in the farmyards or on the public roads. This is a high-risk exercise so it’s essential to avoid any kind of accident whatsoever – knock-down, roll-over, and crushing accidents can happen. Beware of blind spots that could cause collisions. Speed kills too so keep the machinery moving steadily. Everyone involved should discuss…

Popular lot at GVM Group Carrigallen Mart. Great lot46, sold for €2140

Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-M166-1644330 Big interest yesterday in Lot 46 at GVM Group Carrigallen Mart, sold for €2,140 via LSL Auctions. Replay the video clip on LSL TV. Subscribe for free to watch Today’s Auction: www.lslauctions.com Catchup on all the weeks auction with On-Demand replay at https://www.lslauctions.com/Premium LSL Auctions is now available Live and On-Demand for Smart TVs with the LSL TV App for Samsung TV, LG TV, Android TV…

North Ireland animal protocol checks not user friendly: Minister

The Agriculture ministry has expressed concern over the negative bearing that comes with the introduction of new rules that have been put in place on the transportation of goods and animals from Great Britain to North Ireland. This comes after a European Union audit report whose focus was on evaluating the method of control in place for animals entering into the Republic’s Northern Province, was recently tabled. Northern Ireland’s Agriculture…

Most viewed lot of the Monday on LSL TV. LMX in Lot 815 at Carrigallen Mart, sold for €2420

Watch this video clip on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-M166-1098327 The most viewed lot of the Monday on LSL TV was from Carrigallen Mart. Take a look at this LMX Cow in Lot 815: – DOB: 07/04/19 – Owners: 2 – Export: Y – QA: N – TB: 12/08/2021 – Days in Herd: 467. Sold online via LSL Auctions for €2420.00. Check out the rest of today’s action live and replay on-demand with the…

3,600 farmers face penalty after missing BEAM reduction period

More than 3,600 farmers are facing a penalty after missing the deadline under the Beef Exceptional Aid Measure (BEAM) scheme. Participants in the scheme had to reduce their bovine manure nitrogen (N) levels by five per cent (compared to an earlier reference period) within a one-year reduction period that ended on 30 June. However, due to the disruption caused by Covid-19 farmers were given the option to defer this reduction…

Monday Calendar 23-08-2021

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TOP selling lot.2602 at Ballymote Mart, sold for €1900

Watch the full video on – https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-BALLYM-1086012 Take a look at this TOP Selling in Lot 2602: Sex: F – Breed: SIX – DOB: 13/10/2017 – Owners: 3 – Export: R – QA: N – TB: 19/09/2020 – Export Retest: R. Sold online for €1900 via LSL Auctions. ☑️ Check out the rest of today’s action live and replay on-demand with the all new LSL TV App for Smart TVs, LG TV, Android TV and…

Cattle Mart – Price Roundup 18-08-2021

Wednesday’s selected Cattle mart price report: copyright LSL. DRYCOW-F 500-600KG WED 18 AUG Avg Price/KgHighest Price/Kg Lots:AAX, 535kg 2.02/kg 1080.00LMX, 590kg 1.69/kg 1000.00 DRYCOW-F 600-700KG WED 18 AUG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.11/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:CHX, 680kg 2.21/kg 1500.00LMX, 660kg 2.18/kg 1440.00LMX, 685kg 2.03/kg 1390.00BAX, 665kg 1.74/kg 1160.00SIX, 665kg 1.46/kg 970.00FR, 605kg 0.53/kg 320.00 DRYCOW-F 700-800KG WED 18 AUG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.14/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:AAX,LMX, 700kg 2.14/kg 1500.00LMX, 715kg 2.14/kg 1530.00LM, 720kg 2.07/kg 1490.00CHX,…

Ireland: History of Dublin’s Cattle Market revealed in new book

Dublin’s weekly cattle market was among the largest weekly livestock sales in Europe during its peak in the 1950s. In the 1950s and early 1960s the market was a prosperous, established institution in the livestock sector. Likened to the national ‘stock exchange’ as Ireland’s economy heavily relied on agriculture, especially the cattle trade. Trades at the market effectively set prices throughout the rest of the country. Held every Wednesday, between…