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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…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 26/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 07/07/2022

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgJEX 1.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:JEX, 490kg 1.41/kg 690.00FRX, 485kg 1.40/kg 680.00FR, 485kg 1.40/kg 680.00JEX, 460kg 1.09/kg 500.00 DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.80/kgFRX 1.84/kgHEX 1.90/kgLMX 2.13/kgSIX 1.95/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 565kg 2.21/kg 1250.00SIX, 580kg 2.10/kg 1220.00AA, 555kg 2.07/kg 1150.00LMX, 575kg 2.05/kg 1180.00SIX, 575kg 2.02/kg 1160.00SIX, 545kg 1.96/kg 1070.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.03/kgCHX 2.00/kgHEX 1.98/kgLMX 2.26/kgSI 2.35/kgSIX 2.01/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 680kg…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 07/07/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 20-30KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.19/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 27kg 3.32/kg 90.00SHEEP, 21kg 3.27/kg 70.00SHEEP, 29kg 3.24/kg 94.00SHEEP, 29kg 3.23/kg 94.00SHEEP, 27kg 2.89/kg 78.00 SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.22/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 34kg 7.79/kg 265.00SHEEP, 36kg 3.42/kg 123.00SHEEP, 39kg 3.39/kg 133.00SHEEP, 34kg 3.35/kg 114.00SHEEP, 35kg 3.30/kg 115.00SHEEP, 30kg 3.30/kg 100.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.19/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 48kg 4.24/kg 205.00SHEEP, 40kg 3.72/kg 149.00SHEEP, 46kg…

Vets and veterinary nurses working in Ireland

Increased volume of vets and veterinary nurses will benefit animal health

Figures provided by The Veterinary Council show that Dublin is home to the largest number of veterinary professionals in Ireland – the count being 700 (456 vets and 244 nurses), Cork is next with 509 (356 vets and 153 vet nurses), and then Tipperary with 284 (233 vets and 51 nurses). The number of professionals working in the country has now reached an all-time high. There are 3,281 vets and…

Fewer people will be homeowners by retirement, study shows

New research published 6 July, 2022 by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) finds that fewer people will be homeowners by the time they retire. The research – funded by the Pensions Council – estimates that 65% of those currently aged 35-44 are likely to become homeowners by retirement given current trends, compared to 90% of those currently aged 65+. Lower homeownership rates mean a higher proportion of households…

Vacant homes to face a new tax in upcoming budget

Minister Paschal Donohoe has indicated that vacant homes will face a new tax in the next budget. This comes as new figures show that just over 57,000, or 3%, of habitable properties eligible to pay the LPT are vacant. The Finance Minister said that the purpose of the tax was to maximise the use of existing homes, and not to raise revenue. He intimated that that there would be exemptions…

Tullamore Show announces main charity

The Tullamore Show has announced that Accessible Counselling Tullamore (ACT) has been nominated as the main charity at this year’s show. It returns to Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Tullamore, Co. Offaly on August 14, 2022. LSL Auctions will broadcast live to local and international audiences directly from the venue – allowing remote viewers to watch it for the first time. Each year, Tullamore Show invites applications for the sought-after Charity Spot stand…

See The Irish Farmer in action on his beef and dairy farm

Tom Slattery, aka The Irish Farmer, is one of the most prolific social media users in Ireland’s farming community. He posts videos every Wednesday, sometimes Friday and always Sunday – except when he takes time off on a bank holiday weekend to let his hair down and have some fun! He uses a Go Pro Hero 5 and Go Pro Hero 8 plus a DJI MAVIC 2 drone to share…

Liliane Tomasko presents ‘Spell of the Wood’ at Highlanes

Liliane Tomasko presents ‘Spell of the Wood’ solo exhibition has opened at the Highlanes Gallery, Drogheda, and will continue until 20 August, 2022. She presents two new large, frieze-like wall paintings, ‘Spell’ and ‘Wood’ made specifically for the unique Highlanes space, together with a series of new smaller oil-based works on paper, a floor work titled ‘Magic Carpet’, made of wool and fabric from 2016, and two large works on…

Dairygold partners in Laboratory Apprenticeship Programme

Dairygold has partnered for the first time with some of Munster’s leading pharma companies BioPharmaChem Ireland and Munster Technological University (MTU) on their new industry-led Laboratory Apprenticeship Programme. The programme will be delivered at the Munster Technical University Cork campus in September 2022. The programme has seen fantastic growth since inception in 2018 and has given many candidates the opportunity to gain their science qualifications while benefitting from hands-on work…

O’Sullivan dairy farm hosts farm congress delegates

The award-winning O’Sullivan dairy farm in Cork recently hosted more than 300 visitors as part of the European Dairy Farmers Congress, which took place in Ireland. The number of cows on the O’Sullivan dairy farm has grown from 140 cows to 500. However, restrictions may curtail this in the future. The family purchased the farm in 1953. It has grown from 40ha to 288ha, which includes 210ha of silage. Maize…