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Farmers unions and IFA talk soaring input costs

IFA Livestock Chair Brendan Golden, IFA Sheep Chair Kevin Comiskey and Senior Policy Executive on Livestock Tomás Bourke recently met with their counterparts from NFU, NFU Scotland, NFU Wales and the Ulster Farmers Union to discuss issues impacting on drystock farmers here and across the UK. The main focus of the discussion with the farmers unions was the current market situation and the savage increase in farm inputs, which is…

Potato consumption plateaus, says the IFA

Domestic potato consumption appears to have plateaued with slight improvement following poorer weather last week, according to the Irish Farmers’ Association. Rainfall over the past week was welcomed by growers, although regional variation was significant. Queens continue to be lifted in the southeast this week. Demand is slow to pick up to date. It will be a couple of weeks before crops are fit along the east coast. There is…

Jim McKee celebrates the west of Ireland in paint

Jim McKee celebrates the west of Ireland with his latest exhibition – ‘A Week in the West’ – at the Kenny Gallery until 5 July, 2022. The exhibition forms part of the 55th Annual Exhibitions schedule offered since the first Kenny Gallery opened in Salthill in 1968. It was their first standalone gallery space, and the first in the west of Ireland. The gallery also hosts readings and events at…

Upskilling a core focus across industry sectors

The strong turnout at a recent Mid-West Regional Skills Forum and Shannon Chamber collaborative event in Shannon shows keen interest in upskilling among the local workforce. The event showcased the wide range of part-time, online, and flexible learning courses available in the Mid-West region through the University of Limerick, Limerick Institute of Technology, Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board, Griffith College, and Shannon Chamber Skillnet. Attendees were drawn from…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 05/12/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 30/06/2022

Thursday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgFR 1.61/kgFRX 1.74/kgLMX 2.23/kgSH 2.43/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 560kg 2.57/kg 1440.00SH, 570kg 2.51/kg 1430.00SH, 550kg 2.44/kg 1340.00SH, 545kg 2.35/kg 1280.00FRX, 580kg 2.07/kg 1200.00FR, 535kg 2.06/kg 1100.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.00/kgBBX 2.20/kgLMX 2.23/kgSIX 2.39/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SIX, 665kg 2.69/kg 1790.00LMX, 640kg 2.5/kg 1600.00BBX, 635kg 2.43/kg 1540.00CHX, 620kg 2.34/kg 1450.00SIX, 640kg 2.33/kg 1490.00SIX, 620kg 2.31/kg 1430.00 DC 700-800KG Avg Price/KgLMX 2.47/kgSH…

Online Auctions – Friday’s Calendar 01/07/2022

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.

EU funding for transport projects in Ireland

More than €13 million in co-funding has been allocated for transport projects in Ireland under the European Union’s Connecting Europe Facility (CEF). This was announced on 29 June, 2022. These projects will improve transport connectivity and safety as well as supporting the development of future transport systems and technologies across Ireland. The CEF is a key EU funding instrument that aims to promote growth, jobs and competitiveness through targeted infrastructure…

Apply for Tillage Incentive Scheme and Protein/Cereal Mix Crop Scheme

The online application system for the Tillage Incentive Scheme and Protein/Cereal Mix Crop Scheme is now open. Charlie McConalogue, Minister Agriculture, Food and the Marine, has announced that farmers wishing to apply for the scheme can do so themselves or through their advisor up to 20 July, 2022 by logging on to the Exceptional Aid System. Letters are now being issued to eligible applicants based on the crops declared on…

Green dock beetles attack dock leaves

Irish beetles bred by Mayo-based couple Louis and Siobhan Ward have been recruited to tackle the war on dock leaves at ABP’s Demonstration Farm in Carlow. The initiative is part of an ABP approach to promote on-farm environmentally sustainable and regenerative farming practices. ABP’s Demonstration Farm at Clonegal is a centre of excellence when it comes to industry-leading environmental research. Trials carried out at the farm have already shown the potential…

EU countries back plans to cut planet-warming emissions

EU countries have backed plans to cut planet-warming emissions with a 2035 phase-out of new fossil fuel car sales and a multibillion-euro fund to shield poorer citizens from CO2 costs. Reuters reports that environment ministers from the European Union’s 27 member states agreed their joint positions on five laws, part of a broader package of measures to cut planet-warming emissions this decade, on Wednesday, 29 June, 2022. “The climate crisis…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 29/11/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 29/06/2022

Wednesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.22/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 35kg 3.4/kg 119.00LB, 38kg 3.32/kg 126.00LB, 38kg 3.29/kg 125.00LB, 39kg 3.28/kg 128.00LB, 36kg 3.25/kg 117.00LB, 38kg 3.13/kg 119.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.34/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 44kg 3.57/kg 157.00LB, 44kg 3.55/kg 156.00LB, 43kg 3.53/kg 152.00LB, 46kg 3.52/kg 162.00LB, 44kg 3.5/kg 154.00LB, 42kg 3.5/kg 147.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.09/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 50kg 3.28/kg 164.00LB, 50kg…

Flagship London Art Week summer event

London Art Week (LAW) aims to work at the highest level of the international art world and offers the finest works of art for sale – all backed by academic excellence and world-class research. Running from Sunday, 3 to Friday, 8 July, 2022, the flagship summer event showcases some of the best paintings, drawings, sculptures and objects available on the market, dating from Antiquity to the 20th Century. The week…

Slow processing of PPS numbers impacts construction projects

New building projects across the country appear to be held up due to the slow issuing of Personal Public Service (PPS) numbers for construction workers. As such, this is extending timeframes for some projects . Minister of Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, has been contacted by the Construction Industry Federation (CIF) to highlight the matter. A PPS number is required by construction workers to complete a Safe Pass programme, which allows…

Flavours of Fingal Gardening & Horticultural competition

The Flavours of Fingal Gardening & Horticultural competition section stands alongside numerous other categories for this year’s show at Newbridge House & Farm, Donabate, Ireland from 2 to 3 July, 2022. The other competition sections include Beef, All Ireland Cook Competition, Photography, Poultry, Dairy, Horse, Sheep and Dairy. In the horticulture marquee there will be competition classes for Flowers, Pot Plants, Vegetables, Fruit, Home Baking, Handcrafts, Flower Arranging and special…

Handy steering frame takes hoeing into hi-tech

The Steketee EC-Steer parallel steering frame from LEMKEN expands the range of applications for any hoeing machine. It effectively turns unsteered hoeing machines from popular manufacturers into implements with joystick or even camera steering. It is a simple option for farmers who want to upgrade their existing hoeing technology or switch between systems. How does the steering frame work? The three-point mounted frame enables smooth and precise steering while working with open lower link stabilisers on the tractor, as no lateral movements are transferred…

Hereford beef genetics sustainability program

The Irish Hereford Prime beef producer group have made a substantial investment in a new beef genetics sustainability program. The farmer-led group has partnered with Dovea Genetics and the Irish Hereford Breed Society. Together they hope to identify and promote bulls capable of further improving the quality and substantiality credentials of its premium beef brand. In the first year, the initiative sees the roll out of three new Hereford AI…

Tour the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History online

The National Museum of Ireland – Natural History is closed for important building works, but they have planned some short “Museum at Home” activities to keep young ones entertained this summer. Online Video: What is Camouflage? Join a National Museum Educator in this two-minute video to discover more about camouflage and why animals use it. Then download and print this activity sheet and test your own camouflage and seeking skills. You can complete…

Irish Business Voice Programme: survey

Irish-owned businesses across the country are working through unprecedented times and rapid change. An easing of Covid restrictions has enabled many businesses to ramp up their activity, however, this has come against the backdrop of rising inflation and costs of doing business. The Shannon Chamber is delighted to announce their support of the Grant Thornton 2022 Irish Business Voice Programme. The purpose of the programme is to ensure that Irish…

Kildalton celebrates 50th year as education college

The Teagasc Kildalton Agriculture, Horticulture and Equine College in Piltown county Kilkenny recently held an open day to celebrate its 50th year as an education college. Kildalton College first opened its doors to young farmers in 1971 with 29 students enrolled. The following year the Horticultural College opened with 18 students and the Equine College in 1986 with four students. Today, Kildalton College is the largest college in the Teagasc…

Social Farming reaps rewards for mutual benefit

Social Farming really works, for participants and their families, for support services and for social farmers. This was one of the key messages to come out of a national conference held by Social Farming Ireland at the Killashee Hotel in Co. Kildare. For participants, the sheer variety of activities naturally available, the family environment which they can become part of, the “realness” of what happens on the farm are all…

Sheppard’s Irish Auction House – Glantelwe Gardens – 28/06 – 29/06

Sheppard’s Irish Auction House hosts an auction via LSL Auctions on Tuesday, 28 June and Wednesday, 29 June, 2022, in Ring 1 at 10:00 at Glantelwe Gardens. Lots include: PAIR LARGE 19TH-CENTURY CAST IRON LAMP STANDARDS PAIR OF LARGE RECONSTITUTED STONE SCULPTURES 19-CENTURY CAST IRON PUMP LARGE 19TH-CENTURY IRON ESTATE ENTRANCE GATES PIERCE OF WEXFORD CAST IRON BLOWER LARGE METAL FRAMED ARCHITECTURAL WINDOW PAIR OF 19TH-CENTURY CAST IRON PLANT STANDS …

Irish pig price up by 4c/kg

The Irish pig price was increased by 4c/kg in Irish processing plants the week of 27 June, 2022. Farmers received quotes of €1.86/kg up to €1.92 or €1.92 up to €1.96/kg, according to the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA). Meanwhile, some farmers selling pigs to the north for slaughter are receiving quotes of €2/kg. In addition, some farmers in ROI are receiving similar quotes from smaller processing plants in the ROI. The…

Downward sentiment causes grain prices to fall

Grain prices fell sharply the week of 24 June, 2022 with downward sentiment taking hold. MATIF Sep 22 closed 23 June at approximately €360/t – nearly 20% down on the peak in mid-May. Rapid progress in US wheat harvesting, an early European harvest and a very large Russian forecast appear to be exhibiting pressure on all commodity markets. Paris rapeseed (Nov 22) closed at €718.50 on Tuesday (21 June) and…

Minister Hackett highlights farmers’ role in addressing biodiversity loss

Minister for State Pippa Hackett recently commented that “there should not be a split in Irish agriculture where one cohort of farmers farms exclusively for nature and another exclusively for food production.” Addressing the Seanad, she said that around two thirds of the land of Ireland is farmland, and that it was critical farmers play a central role in “that all-of-society conversation on how we can reverse biodiversity loss.” In…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 27/06/2022

Monday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. SHEEP 30-40KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.68/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 40kg 3.43/kg 136.00SHEEP, 39kg 3.18/kg 124.00SHEEP, 38kg 3.17/kg 122.00SHEEP, 32kg 2.90/kg 92.00SHEEP, 35kg 2.6/kg 91.00SHEEP, 35kg 0.8/kg 28.00 SHEEP 40-50KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 3.27/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 44kg 3.53/kg 155.00SHEEP, 42kg 3.52/kg 148.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.48/kg 154.00SHEEP, 46kg 3.42/kg 157.00SHEEP, 44kg 3.38/kg 149.00SHEEP, 46kg 3.36/kg 156.00 SHEEP 50-60KG Avg Price/KgSHEEP 2.43/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SHEEP, 51kg 3.14/kg 161.00SHEEP, 51kg…

Online Auctions – Tuesday’s Calendar 28/06/2022

Tuesday’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.

First Home scheme roll-out set for July 2022

The First Home shared equity scheme, designed to benefit middle-income home buyers, will be rolled out from early July 2022 according to Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien. Government has allocated a minimum €400m funding to help thousands of first-home buyers to bridge the gap between a too-low income and being able to afford a mortgage. The First Home scheme will be jointly funded by mortgage lenders with the State providing an interest-free…

Delivering on the Ambition of Food Vision 2030

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) and Teagasc co-organised a recent seminar and workshop on Research & Innovation for Sustainable Food Systems: Delivering on the Ambition of Food Vision 2030. More than 120 delegates from across Ireland’s agri-food sector, higher education and civil society gathered at the Teagasc Ashtown Food Research Centre in Dublin for the event. On the day participants explored the central role research and…

Strong demand for beef and sheep

Supplies of suitable finished cattle are tight on the ground. Despite attempts by factories to reduce quotes, demand is strong, said Brendan Golden, the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Livestock Chairman Brendan Golden. Golden said strong and stable beef prices in the coming months are vital as suckler and beef farmers deal with input cost increases that these farms do not have the capacity to absorb. He said supplies are predicted…

Join Khan-Dossos for ‘Kind Words Can Never Die’ workshops

IMMA has commissioned artist Navine G. Khan-Dossos for a new work – ‘Kind Words Can Never Die’ – and welcomes anyone who would like to participate in a workshop with her to get in touch here. The workshops will be held on Saturday July 9, 16 or 23 from 11am to 4pm at Studio 11. Include a brief expression of interest to participate with your name, contact number and which…