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FBD LambPlus Awards announced

The Sheep Ireland Breeding Conference and Farm Walk held on 12 July, 2022, included the announcement of the FBD LambPlus Awards. At the ceremony, Sheep Ireland acknowledged the hard work and dedication of farmers across Ireland to improve the genetics of their herds and flocks, not just for themselves but for their customers and the broader industry. Two awards were presented – one for the “Highest Achieving LambPlus Flock 2022” and one…

Irish Grassland Association Dairy Conference

This year’s Irish Grassland Association Dairy Conference takes place on Wednesday, 20 July, 2022, at the Talbot Hotel, Clonmel. It’s themed around getting the basics right to fulfil potential – “Controlling the Controllables”. The conference will start off with a focus on the tools that dairy farmers can use to manage risks and opportunities in their businesses. The organiser’s explanation: “There is a lot in the world now that is…

FTMTA Farm Machinery Show for farmers and contractors

A large line-up of exhibitors can be seen at the 2022 Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association (FTMTA) Machinery Show. The event is expected to attract crowds in the region of 20,000 people over two days on 13 and 14 July, 2022, from 10am to 6pm. Ireland’s largest dedicated farm machinery event is set to showcase all the latest farm machinery, technology and related services. The event is no longer…

Residential Property Price Index May 2022 – report

The national Residential Property Price Index (RPPI) increased by 14.4% in the 12 months to May 2022, according to a Central Statistics Office (CSO) report. Prices in Dublin rose by 11.7% while prices outside Dublin increased by 16.6% The Residential Property Price Index shows that in May 2022, 3,731 dwelling purchases by households at market prices were filed with the Revenue, an increase of 16.3% compared to the 3,207 purchases…

Pig prices steady up to €1.96/kg

There was no announced change to Irish pig prices this week with farmers receiving quotes of €1.90c/kg up to €1.94 or €1.92 to €1.96/kg. Some farmers who sold pigs to the north for slaughter received quotes of €2.00/kg. Farmers in ROI received similar quotes from ROI plants. The average size farm is forecast to lose €360,000 for the 2022 12-month period, according to Teagasc. The increase in pig prices in…

Finalist – Highest Achieving LambPlus Flock 2022

Liam and Eoin Dunne are one of the three finalists of the Highest Achieving LambPlus Flock 2022. The Tubber flock, located in Tubber, Co. Offaly was first establised in 1995 and has gone from strength to strength since then, breeding some of the top Belclare sheep in the country. This was rewarded in 2019 and 2021 when their animals championed the Belclare Sheep Society Premier Sale. The Dunnes began performance…

Study finds alarming amount of microplastics in farm animal products

Results from a pilot study done by researchers at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam established that an alarming amount of microplastics can be found in farm animal products. This included almost 80% of meat and dairy products. Commissioned by the Plastic Soup Foundation, director Maria Westerbos commented that this “raises serious concerns about the contamination of our food chain with microplastics. It is also clear that farmers are not responsible for this. It seems…

August dates for antiques fairs – East Ireland

The Medals, Militaria & Collectables Fair takes place at Knox Memorial Hall, 97 Monkstown Road, Monkstown, Dublin on Saturday, 6 August, 2022 from 10am to 3pm. Go along and browse, trade, swap and buy medals, militaria and collectables with the table holders. They offer free valuations and identifications. You can expect to discover campaign medals, orders, decorations, militaria, badges, helmets, edged weapons, inert cartridges, books and many other collectables. Admission:…

Contraction in construction sector mostly in commercial property – PMI

According to the BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland Construction Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), recent price pressures have resulted in the construction sector contracting in June 2022. This marks the first time it has decreased in size since April 2021. Director and Head of Research at BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland, John McCartney, comments that, “June has been a watershed month for construction activity. The post-Covid rebound has been fading since…

Tullamore Show & FBD National Livestock Show Equine section

Equestrian Section a highlight at upcoming Tullamore Show

The Equestrian Section of The Tullamore Show & FBD National Livestock Show will for the first time take entries on show day. The classes consist of Non thoroughbred Young Stock and Mare and Foal and 6 classes for the Irish Draught and a further 6 in Connemara. The highlight will be the Glenwood Gold Medal Breeders Challenge which boasts a 1st prize of €250. This year there is a new…

Ballyhaise’22 Dairy Open Day – 13 July, 2022

Dairy farmers and dairy industry stakeholders are invited to attend the Ballyhaise’22 Dairy Open Day tomorrow (Wednesday, 13 July, 2022) at Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan. Eirocde: H12 E392 from 10am to 5pm.This year’s theme is “Futureproofing Irish Dairying”. Irish dairy farmers have expanded significantly since the abolition of milk quotas in 2015. This has made a significant addition to family farm income in rural communities throughout Ireland and…

Loseley Park Decorative Home and Salvage Show

The next Loseley Park Decorative Home and Salvage Show will run from Friday, 15 July to Sunday, 17 July, 2022. It will be hosted at Loseley Park, which is south of Guildford and 30 miles southwest of London. It is situated on the B3000. The event is built around the theme of true reclamation and recycling, and consists of specially selected exhibitors for a showcase of the finest architectural salvage,…

Webinar on how to get optimum calf health

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is hosting a webinar today so that farmers can learn more about why good rumen development is key to weaning transition and how to achieve optimum calf health on your farm. The webinar will be from 1:30pm to 3pm SAST. Register at the link below to get a copy of the recording. Changes in diet, environment and social grouping can make weaning a…

FBD LambPlus most improved flock finalist

The upcoming FBD LambPlus Awards will be announced at the Sheep Ireland Breeding Conference & Farm Walk on 12 July, 2022. Christy, Margaret and Brian Gallagher are one of three finalists for this year’s Most Improved LambPlus Flock. The Pullagh Texel flock was established almost 20 years ago and is located just north of Tobbercurry, Co. Sligo. Christy, Margaret and Brian Gallagher have been performance recording with LambPlus since the…

Join Elmer’s Big Belfast Trail – free

Elmer’s Big Belfast Trail is a free, family-friendly art trail that will be held daily until 31 August, 2022, beginning at noon. The city will be brought to life by a herd of uniquely decorated elephant sculptures, which will be positioned around key landmarks, streets, and open spaces in Belfast for 10 weeks. Each elephant is sponsored by a local business or organisation, making the trail deeply rooted in the…

Farmers have low regard for the banking system, report shows

The most recent report from the Irish Banking Culture Board indicates that there is huge distrust of banks by farmers. The community was surveyed as a specific cohort for the first time and registered a stark -77 trust score, ranking much lower than both the general population and SMEs. Marion Kelly, CEO of the IBCB, has commented that the findings point to an urgent need for the banking sector to…

Agrifood amongst sectors pegged for regional investment

Agrifood is one sector which has been identified in a new Government plan for investment in every region in the country. For Ireland to receive €396 million from the European Commission the creation of a National Smart Specialisation Strategy is a pre-requisite. The European Regional Development Fund will to support investment. Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Leo Varadkar has said this would be utilised to look at…

Reform aims to bring more homes into long-term rental market

Government approval for strengthened regulatory controls on the short-term letting of non-principal private residences in rent pressure zones was welcomed by Darragh O’Brien TD, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The new controls are expected to see more homes returning to the long-term rental market in Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs) where rents are highest and where households have the greatest difficulty finding affordable accommodation. If enacted, the amendment will…

Newcastle West Show a family-friendly attraction

Competition entries are now open for this year’s Newcastle West Show which takes place on 17 July, 2022, on new show grounds at Shanagarry, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. The event makes for an excellent family day, offering family friendly attractions. So go along and enjoy the craic. Why not take your dog along too and enter them in the dog show where excellent prizes will be available. All children enter free. Happening on the…

Van Gogh Dublin: An Immersive Journey in 3D

Don’t miss your chance this summer to gain access to the world premiere of Van Gogh Dublin: An Immersive Journey in the RDS. Visitors can delve into the world of Van Gogh in a fully immersive 3D experience set up across more than 20,000 square feet in Dublin’s RDS Hall 2 (Shelbourne Hall). You can see Van Gogh’s most famous art at Van Gogh Dublin until 4 August, 2022. It…

FBD LambPlus Award winners – 12 July

The overall winners of the FBD LambPlus Award will be announced on Tuesday, 12 July2022 at the Sheep Ireland Breeding Conference & Farm Walk. The awards are an opportunity for Sheep Ireland to give recognition to the breeders who are leading the way in performance recording and genetic gain and to those flocks that have made a significant genetic improvement over the past number of years. There are six finalists,…

Economy forecast to grow in 2022

The Central Bank has published its third Quarterly Bulletin of 2022. On the launch of the Quarterly Bulletin on 7 July, 2022, Central Bank Acting Deputy Governor Mark Cassidy said: “The economy was in a good position at the start of the year, having shown considerable resilience through Covid. However, the demand recovery from the pandemic has been tempered by the effects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and persistent supply…

Register for breeding conference and farm walk

Sheep Ireland, in conjunction with SMARTER, will host a Breeding Conference and Farm Walk as well as announce the FBD LambPlus Awards on 12 July, 2022. The event is aimed at industry stakeholders, pedigree breeders and sheep farmers. Entrance is free, but registration is required here. Dr Donagh Berry from Teagasc will open and chair the Breeding Conference. The first speaker is Sam Boon, who leads the service delivery of…

Over 20,000 pieces at The Winter Art & Antiques Fair

The Winter Art & Antiques Fair traditionally takes centre stage in the British art and antiques fair calendar. The gallery of the National Hall at Olympia London is brought to life with 70 of the UK’s finest specialist dealers, bringing a range of over 20,000 pieces and presenting a treasure trove of art, antiques, furniture, jewellery and collectors’ pieces to discover and buy. The showcase has been running for over 30 years. This year’s event, which is…

Supporting sustainable beef farming – Beef2022

Supporting Sustainable Beef Farming was the theme for recent Teagasc Open Day Beef2022, held at the Teagasc Beef Research Centre in Grange, County Meath. The focus was on the application of technologies that will help beef farmers increase the profitability and environmental sustainability of their family farm businesses. Speaking at the Open Day, Teagasc Director, Professor Frank O Mara, said: “Beef farming is the most widespread of all farm enterprises…

Farmers need strong beef prices – IFA

UK beef prices have risen again this week as supplies tighten, according to IFA Livestock Chairman Brendan Golden. Factory agents are very active on the ground and in marts, sourcing cattle as supplies of suitable cattle here, similar to the UK, ease. He said despite attempts by factories to offer lower quotes, tight supplies, good market demand and strong resistance from farmers is returning paid prices of up to 15c/kg…

Visit Adare village for quality art and antiques

Manor Antiques in County Limerick, Ireland, is a must-visit antique shop for visitors to Adare village and for collectors of fine furniture and quality antiques. They stock Victorian mahogany dining chairs and tables, bookcases, Regency brass inlaid cabinets, oak Welsh dressers, a wonderful selection of Belleek pottery and Staffordshire ware, Victorian gilt over-mantle mirrors, a selection of English and Irish grandfather clocks, glass chandeliers, oil and watercolour paintings, antique Irish…

Processing sector buoyant – potato report

In its latest potato report, the Irish Farmers’ Association said that retail markets remain static as school holidays are in full swing. Meanwhile, demand for the processing sector is buoyant. More queens are coming onto the market this week as liftings are approximately 10 days ahead of last year. Yields are reported to be above average and eating quality is very good. Roadside sales are very slow to take off…

Public warned not to touch dead or injured wild birds

The public should not pick up or touch any dead or injured wild birds. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DEARA) says Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 is currently circulating in wild birds, especially breeding seabirds around the UK’s coasts, causing significant mortality in some species. To date, there has been only one confirmed HPAI seabird death in Northern Ireland. However, dead seabirds have been removed from…

Hughie O’Donoghue: Original Sins at National Gallery

Hughie O’Donoghue: Original Sins is an installation of new works by the artist and one of several events at the National Gallery of Ireland marking the Decade of Centenaries. Addressing memory, history and questions of identity, the series of six large paintings by O’Donoghue, one of the leading painters of his generation, features a number of historical figures. The characters – three Irish and three British – are Irish saint…