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Positive Farmers Dairy Conference

The Positive Farmers Dairy Conference brings together world-renowned speakers who will cover technical, financial, people management and research needs for successful dairy farming and profitable expansion. The event will be hosted at The Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork, Ireland from 28 – 29 Jun 2022. Delegates from come from all over the world – including Ireland, UK, US, New Zealand, Australia, and throughout Europe. With more changes confronting dairy farmers than…

Flavours of Fingal County Show

The annual Flavours of Fingal County Show takes place at Newbridge House & Farm, Donabate, Ireland from 2 to 3 July, 2022. Expect a weekend of farm, flowers, food and family fun in the surrounds. Entry is free for those who walk, cycle, travel by public transport (bus or train) or take one of their free shuttle buses. The Fingal Farmers Group were involved in the initial development of the…

No change to Irish pig price this week

The pig price in Ireland was unchanged this week for the larger processing plants with farmers receiving quotes of €1.78c/kg up to €1.82 or €1.84 to €1.88/kg. There was also very little pig price change across Europe over the past week with member states, Spain and France receiving over €2.00/kg as well as the UK. The European market prices have levelled with the weighted average price for grade S & E…

Arts/Antiques News

National Gallery artists’ deadline looms

The National Gallery of Ireland hosts an annual contemporary portraiture competition open to artists from across Ireland as well as Irish artists living abroad. The deadline for submission of entries for the Zurich Portrait Prize is Wednesday, 22 June, 2022, at midnight (IST). The winner of the National Gallery competition will receive a cash prize of €15,000 and will be commissioned to create a work for the National Portrait Collection, for which they…

Join the Enable Conservation Tillage Project Crop Walks

Teagasc is facilitating Enable Conservation Tillage Project Crop Walks on various farms across the country to encourage the adoption of conservation agriculture practices on Irish tillage farms. The intention is also to provide growers with the knowledge, skills, and capacity to achieve effective grass weed control. Attendees will look at grass weeds in various establishment systems as well as best practices for getting the best results. The next Enable Conservation…

Measures to increase homeownership are working – update

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, has published an update on the planning measures he introduced a year ago to increase homeownership and restrict the practice of bulk purchasing by institutional investors. It demonstrates that almost 16,000 residential units have been ring-fenced for individual buyers and restricted from bulk buying or multiple sales to a single purchaser. In May 2021, Ministerial Guidelines for Planning Authorities (“Regulation of…

Agriculture the backbone of rural economies – ICMSA

As government talks over sectoral targets continue, farmers are hoping that Charlie McConalogue, the Minister for Agriculture, will “hold the line” on keeping carbon emission cuts to the lower end of the scale. If Ireland has any chance of meeting its climate goals, agricultural emissions must drop by closer to 30%, not 22% as stated last November 2021. “It is necessary that we hold the line and set an aspiration…

James L Murtagh – Ballynahown, Clonaslee, County Laois – 09/06

James L Murtagh brings to auction via LSL Auctions 3 Lots at Ballynahown, Clonaslee, County Laois on 9 June, 2022, at 15:00. Lot: 1 Residence and equestrian facilities on c.8 acres Lot: 2 c.41 acres of agricultural lands Lot: 3 Entire Residential Farm & Equestrian facilities on c.49 acres of agricultural lands See the catalogue: Here. Register to bid: Here. Contact: James L Murtagh on +353 4493 40088. LSL Auctions, LSL News.

Night-Time Economy programme is a go

Catherine Martin, the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, has announced the start of the selection process to pick six Irish towns or cities to take part in the new Night-Time Economy pilot programme. The venture – which includes the appointment of Night-Time Economy advisors in each of the selected towns or cities – aims to help boost the night-time economy and promote an eclectic, vibrant night-time…

Base May milk price could be 53cpl

A base milk price of 53 cents per litre is fully justified for May milk, according to Noel Murphy, chairperson of ICMSA’s Dairy Committee. He said that co-op boards should be considering this as the minimum when they meet next week to set last month’s milk price. The most recent Dutch dairy quotations show that the market has not only steadied but is actually moving upwards again. Murphy said that…

Call for membership of Housing Supply Clearing House Group

The Housing Supply Clearing House Measure is being introduced in anticipation that some people displaced by the Ukraine conflict will require temporary accommodation in Ireland over the medium to long term. The Housing Supply Clearing House process is aimed at facilitating consideration of matters that might warrant action being taken by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, local authorities, or other State agencies, to expedite the delivery of…

‘See Something, Say Something’ campaign marks World Food Safety Day

To highlight World Food Safety Day, The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) launched a new awareness campaign this week titled ‘See Something, Say Something’. It seems that almost two-thirds (61%) of adults in Ireland don’t know how to make a complaint to authorities regarding unfit food or poor hygiene practices. As such, the FSAI’s campaign reminds consumers of their right to safe food. Reporting a concern is easy and…

HEPS Horticulture Exceptional Payment Scheme

Eligible fruit and veg growers can benefit from the HEPS

The Horticulture Exceptional Payment Scheme (HEPS) is primed to deliver €2.8m to eligible fruit and vegetable growers through a once-off payment due to the current financial climate. Glasshouse high-wire crops, mushrooms, field vegetables and apple growers are the specific horticultural sectors that have been targeted by The Department of Agriculture. The HEPS is now open to receive applications until 17 June, 2022. Payment rates have yet to be set and…

International Conference on Mycobacterium Bovis this week

The Seventh International Conference on Mycobacterium Bovis was opened yesterday, 7 June 2022, by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue. The event is being held in NUI Galway from 7 to 10 June. Focusing on the importance of collaboration in tackling the challenge of the infectious diseas, the Minister said that, “Bovine TB is a ‘wicked’ problem, and deep collaboration, where everyone plays his or her role,…

EU’s lump sum proposal not enough – IFA

The EU’s exceptional one-off lump sum solution announced at the end of May 2022 is not enough, according to IFA Rural Development Chairman Michael Biggins. He said the EU’s lump sum proposal is “robbing Peter to pay Paul” as it only moves an inadequate amount of Pillar II money from 2024/25 to 2023. “Farmers have been told there is over €15m from the EU Crisis Reserve Fund and it can…

Come farm with me – Anna Truesdale

Ulster Farmers’ Union member Anna Truesdale has built up a substantial social media following since she started posting about daily life on her dairy and sheep farm in Northern Ireland. You can watch her dog, Izzy, “who knows silage is going to be dear this winter” and supervises proceedings to ensure she gets to use “every blade of grass grown on the farm this year” and see footage of Anna’s…

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 31/01/2023

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 07/06/2022

Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. B 300-400KG Avg Price/KgFRX 0.84/kgHEX 2.05/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LM, 345kg 2.90/kg 1000.00LMX, 360kg 2.56/kg 920.00HEX, 380kg 2.11/kg 800.00HEX, 345kg 2/kg 690.00AAX, 330kg 1.88/kg 620.00FRX, 380kg 1.68/kg 640.00 B 400-500KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.09/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 400kg 3.22/kg 1290.00AAX, 470kg 2.64/kg 1240.00AAX, 460kg 2.48/kg 1140.00AAX, 490kg 1.16/kg 570.00 CW 300-400KG Avg Price/KgAAX 4.72/kgLMX 4.41/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX,AAX, 360kg 4.72/kg 1700.00AAX,LMX, 305kg 4.72/kg 1440.00LMX,SHX, 342kg 4.68/kg…

Increased HAP discretion rate will secure more tenancies

July will see an increase in the Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) discretion rate of up to 35%. This was confirmed by Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien at a recent FEANSTA conference. As such, local authorities can now pay up to 35% more than the current set HAP rates – which differs between local authorities. The Minister also announced that he would also be expanding the couple’s rate to single people.…

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Curraheen Park – Greyhound Racing Ireland Trial & Auction – 11/06

Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium hosts a Greyhound Racing Ireland Trial & Auction via LSL Auctions on Saturday, 11 June, 2022 in Ring 1 at 8:30. See the catalogue: Here. Register to bid: Here. Note: If your mobile is not registered with Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium, please call 061-448091 (Ireland) / 0035361448091 (U.K) to set you up for online bidding. LSL Auctions, LSL News

IFA sheep price update – cull ewes in demand

IFA Sheep committee chairman Kevin Comiskey said we are approaching the end of hogget supplies. Spring lamb numbers are increasing, but still remain below last year’s levels. He said hoggets are trading between €7.20/kg and €7.50/kg with factories still trying to buy spring lamb between €8.20/kg and €8.50/kg to 21/kg. Cull ewes are in very strong demand with top-end prices of €4.20/kg paid. Comiskey said throughput in sheep factories to…

Low volume of vacant properties across Ireland

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has revealed that there is a low number of vacant residential units across the country. This was established after a preliminary analysis of local property tax (LPT) returns was done by Revenue Commissioners. The Minister commented that he and his department will still have to fully examine the figures before reverting to Government with proposals for a vacant property tax. There is thought to be as…

Explorer Family Art Workshops

Visit the IMMA (Irish Museum of Modern Art) on Sunday afternoon from 12 to 26 June, 2022, at 2pm and enjoy some creative time with the family. Based on artworks from IMMA’s exhibitions, families can discover their inner artist while having fun and creating amazing masterpieces. Children and grown-ups can explore selected artworks in the museum and make artworks together. This is an ideal opportunity to experience the historic building and…

“Think safety” when outdoors in the countryside this summer

In an attempt to help ensure a safe summer for all, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with Special Responsibility for Farm Safety, Martin Heydon, has called on farmers and everyone visiting the countryside to “think safety” and be extra vigilant during the upcoming months. He said: “The Irish countryside is a wonderful resource on our doorsteps. It is great to see people enjoying…

Takeaways from the CBRE Market Outlook 2022 report

The CBRE Group published their Ireland Market Outlook 2022 earlier this year. CBRE is one of the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firms, with 2020 revenues of $23.8 billion. It’s interesting to keep an eye out to see how the property sector aligns with the overview as the months pass by. Key takeaways from the report: – Continued momentum in transactional activity in all of Ireland’s property…

Loads of exhibitors at Art & Antiques for Everyone

Art & Antiques for Everyone will be staged at the NEC in Birmingham from 24 to 27 November, 2022. This year the showcase will feature specialist dealers offering a huge variety of desirable, rare and quirky items at prices from £10 to £100,000. All of which are vetted by a team of experts for quality, date and condition – allowing you to buy with confidence. The fair aims to live…

Huge amount of food lost annually during farming and fishing production

A study commissioned by the Environmental Protection Agency has found that a staggering amount of food is lost every year through consumers, processors and food businesses. The farming and fishing production process accounts for a loss or wastage of 200,000 tonnes of food, with up to 40% of some vegetables being discarded before being sold to consumers. A calculation by researchers at Munster Technological University and UCD attributes a figure…

Younger generation of farmers called to participate in co-ops

Young farmers have been urged to step forward and steer the evolution of the co-op sector. The call came from outgoing president of the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS). Jerry Long made the comment in Portlaoise at the 127th ICOS AGM this week. He said: “We now need to see a next generation of farmers coming forward to lead the continuous evolution, sustainability and success of our sector in the…

Diarise the South Dublin Antiques, Vintage & More Fair

Vintage Ireland will host the South Dublin Antiques, Vintage & More Fair at the Royal Marine Hotel on 26 June, 2022 from 11am to 6pm. “This is one of our most popular venues, usually hosting between 30 and 40 traders per fair,” say the organisers. “It features antique and vintage furniture and interior decor, fine art, vintage kitchen and tableware, collectors’ items including rare books and vintage memorabilia, antique and vintage jewellery,…

Show garden designers win gold at Bord Bia Bloom

Andrew Christopher Dunne won the overall large show garden award for Hit Pause, The Caragh Nurseries Garden at this year’s Bord Bia Bloom. And Alan Rudden won best in category medium show garden for the Savills Urban Oasis Garden. That means they’ve each won four and seven gold medals respectively at this event. The gold-medal-winning show garden designers who are new to Bord Bia Bloom included Niall Deacon for his Eureka Garden sponsored by Solus Light Bulbs, Sean…

What’s the story – communications masterclass

The world-leading Vista Milk Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centre will host a communications masterclass at Devere Hall, Student Centre, College Rd, University College, Cork on 14 June, 2022 at 9.30am. Farmers can learn more about enhancing their storytelling and communication skills with a view to increasing publicity for their respective ventures that they want in the news. This will be an intensive day of training and networking. Journalists, PR specialists and communication experts…