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LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 16/09/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 04/05/2022

Wednesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.26/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 39kg 2.56/kg 100.00LB, 37kg 1.95/kg 72.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.57/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 42kg 3.86/kg 162.00LB, 43kg 3.84/kg 165.00LB, 42kg 3.83/kg 161.00LB, 42kg 3.81/kg 160.00LB, 44kg 3.80/kg 167.00LB, 42kg 3.79/kg 159.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.95/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 52kg 3.12/kg 162.00LB, 53kg 3.08/kg 163.00LB, 52kg 3.04/kg 158.00LB, 52kg 3.04/kg 158.00LB, 52kg 3/kg 156.00LB, 50kg…

British Meat Processors Association comments on border checks

The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has expressed their relief that after months of uncertainty, it is welcome news that border checks will be eased from 1 July, 2022. But this, they say, is “a real double-edged sword for British businesses”, as on the one hand it makes importing the one quarter of food that stocks UK supermarket shelves cheaper and easier to get into the country, but this does…

Silage support scheme “a step forward” for livestock farmers

With talk of a silage package which translates to payment of €100/ha, IFA president Tim Cullinan comments that the silage support scheme is a step forward, but that food security concerns still remain. Cullinan adds that, “We are already behind time in encouraging farmers to maximise grass growth,” and as such, he urges Agriculture Charlie McConalogue to move quickly to get the silage support scheme up and running. John Keane,…

GVM Limerick – Tiernahilla, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick- 05/05

GVM Auctioneers Limerick brings to auction via LSL Auctions, for sale by public or online auction in our Limerick City Auction Rooms at 25/26 Glentworth Street, Limerick City, on 5 May at 3pm. Description: Prime roadside holding extending to Circa 72.5 st acres of good quality agricultural land located on the main road linking Newcastlewest to Bruree (Bruff Line-R520) just 9 km from Newcastlewest and very close to Snows Cross and within easy…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 03/05/2022

Tuesday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. FAT COW 400-500KG Highest Price/Kg Lots:AUX, 470kg 2.47/kg 1160.00SAX, 484kg 2.44/kg 1180.00 FAT COW 500-600KG Avg Price/KgCHX 2.45/kgFRX 1.82/kgHEX 1.94/kgKE 1.98/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:SAX, 500kg 2.54/kg 1270.00CHX, 560kg 2.5/kg 1400.00CHX, 584kg 2.40/kg 1400.00HEX, 500kg 2.22/kg 1110.00KE, 570kg 2.07/kg 1180.00AAX, 586kg 1.96/kg 1150.00 FAT COW 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.24/kgCHX 2.34/kgFR 1.92/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 656kg 2.44/kg 1600.00CHX, 626kg 2.43/kg 1520.00SAX, 656kg 2.35/kg 1540.00AAX, 636kg…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 20/07/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 03/05/2022

Tuesday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/Kg2.80/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 38kg 3.63/kg 138.00, 32kg 2.98/kg 95.00, 33kg 2.85/kg 95.00, 35kg 2.68/kg 95.00, 36kg 2.51/kg 91.00, 31kg 2.11/kg 65.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/Kg3.47/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 42kg 3.82/kg 161.00, 42kg 3.80/kg 161.00, 43kg 3.74/kg 162.00, 44kg 3.68/kg 161.00, 45kg 3.65/kg 165.00, 45kg 3.65/kg 165.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/Kg3.16/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:, 50kg 3.33/kg 168.00, 50kg 3.28/kg 165.00, 50kg…

Four f’s – the support needed for sheep farmers

Fuel, fertiliser, feed, and finance – sheep farmers need support in all four areas to compensate for the lack of resources and cash flow to produce sheepmeat. The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) highlighted this in a report to the Minister for Agriculture, Charlie McConalogue. It applies to the rest of 2022 as well as winter 2023. The sheep sector is vulnerable to the rising cost of inflation. As a result,…

Electricity and gas prices rise

Electricity and gas prices in Ireland are higher as of 1 May, 2022. The price hikes are concurrent with government’s 10-year programme for the gradual increase of the carbon tax. The carbon tax applies to carbon-emitting fuels such as coal, peat, oil, and natural gas. From 1 June, 2022, the carbon tax will increase to EUR 41 from EUR 33.50 per tonne. The carbon tax will rise to EUR 100…

Staff shortages and pet ownership boom impacting vets

Vetoquinol UK, a veterinary pharmaceutical company, has established that vets are currently facing excessively demanding workloads. The data is a result of a study of over 200 veterinary professionals, which found that 63% feel their mental health has worsened since taking up their profession. Factors contributing to their poor mental status include high-stress levels and unmanageable expectations from clients. Staff shortages and the pandemic pet ownership boom have contributed to…

Invitation for soil restoration and management research proposals

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is calling on eligible Irish Research Performing Organisations (RPOs) to submit joint research proposals under the EJP SOIL International Call on managing and mapping agricultural soils for enhancing soil functions and services. The objective being to foster farm management practices contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation. To achieve, applicants seeking grant-aid from DAFM can apply for funding under a range of…

Next wave of food hikes likely to take effect soon

If the ‘experts’ are right, shoppers could soon face a second wave of food hikes. This could mean that the cost of a basket of everyday items is set to rocket in the near future. Food and Drink Ireland director, Paul Kelly, says that price hikes in animal feed, energy and fertiliser along with supply chain issues will lead to an “inevitable” rise in food prices in the coming weeks…

Brian Gleeson – Former Garda Station, Ballyduff, Co. Waterford – 05/05

Brian Gleeson Property brings to auction via LSL Auctions, for sale by public or online auction in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co Waterford on 5 May 2022 at 2pm. Description: This iconic and imposing detached three storey period property is truly impressive. This dramatic stone building with turrets is situated on an elevated circa 0.5 acre site and has spectacular views of the River Blackwater and the quaint pretty village of Ballyduff. The property currently…

10 things to do at LAMMA 2022

It’s almost time for LAMMA 2022, which takes place this week at The Birmingham NEC on 4 and 5 May, 2022. There’ll be plenty of activities at the event, such as educational talks and the latest cutting edge tech – so be sure to plan ahead.Register your free LAMMA tickets here. Here’s 10 things to do at LAMMA 2022 1. Get a sneak peek at what’s coming next in agri-tech. The Farming 4.0…

Trade mission to Mexico aims to expand pigmeat exports

This week’s trade mission to Mexico to increase pigmeat and agricultural produce exports sees Minister Martin Heydon and Bord Bia engaging with Mexican officials and agri-food stakeholders. It will be led by Minister Martin Heydon TD who will be joined by officials from the Department of Agriculture, BordBia CEO Tara McCarthy and the Embassy of Ireland for meetings with senior ministers of the Mexican government and members of the Mexican…

Online Auctions – Monday’s Calendar 02/05/2022

Monday’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.

Green light for Irish sheepmeat exports to the US

Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has confirmed that full access to the US market has been gained for Irish sheepmeat. This follows an agreement on a bilateral health certificate reached with the US Department of Agriculture on a veterinary health certificate for the export of Irish sheepmeat to the US which allows sheepmeat plants to formally apply for approval. The agreement comes in the wake of the publication in December 2021…

Increase in gas supply, Gas Networks Ireland confirms

Gas Networks Ireland says that there has been a 15% increase in gas demand for the month of March. The increase is the result of a rise in demand following a very stormy February, which saw a new record for wind energy. The company adds that this was led by a 36% hike in the use of gas-fired power plants used to compensate for lower renewable electricity generation. In…

Home rentals in Ireland amongst the most expensive in Europe

The Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has established that rent cap increases have effectively kept a lid on increases, but essentially worked to lower the supply of accommodation. The ESRI’s report indicates that rent pressure zones primarily benefit existing tenants, compared to those seeking accommodation. Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical agency, shows that home rentals in Ireland have increased by 66% since 2010, making it the third highest increase…

Motion to axe carbon tax defeated in the Dáil

TD’s have voted against a motion to “axe the carbon tax” put forward by independent TD for Cork south-west, Deputy Michael Collins and his Rural Independent Group colleagues. According to Deputy Collions, the motion it would have put over €1,120 back into family-farms’ pocket, but the motion was defeated in the Dáil by 77 to 58 votes. TDs from Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, the Green Party and the Social…

Grain market update on 29 April

The Irish Farmer’s Association (IFA) has shared the latest grain market update, as per 29 April 2022. This shows that futures markets firmed again this week following small declines as last week progressed, poor US crop condition and the war in Ukraine continue to provide support to markets. Glanbia offered €320 and €310/t green for feed wheat and barley this week, which is an increase of €3/t on last week.…

Online Auctions – Saturday’s Calendar 30/04/2022

Saturday’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.

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 05/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Cattle Mart 29/04/2022

Friday’s selected Cattle Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. DC 400-500KG Avg Price/KgFRX 1.25/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:RPX, 495kg 1.98/kg 980.00AAX, 460kg 1.74/kg 800.00HEX, 430kg 1.60/kg 690.00FRX, 410kg 1.37/kg 560.00FRX, 490kg 1.14/kg 560.00 DC 500-600KG Avg Price/KgAAX 1.92/kgFR 1.91/kgFRX 1.56/kgLMX 2.37/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX, 545kg 2.53/kg 1380.00FR, 525kg 2.42/kg 1270.00SIX, 590kg 2.34/kg 1380.00LMX, 560kg 2.21/kg 1240.00FR, 580kg 2.17/kg 1260.00FR, 590kg 2.12/kg 1250.00 DC 600-700KG Avg Price/KgAAX 2.24/kgFR 2.03/kgFRX 2.09/kgLMX 2.19/kgSIX 2.11/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LMX,…

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 05/08/2022

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 29/04/2022

Friday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LAMBS 20-30KG Avg Price/KgLAMBS 1.98/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMBS, 28kg 2.69/kg 74.00LAMBS, 23kg 2.45/kg 56.00LAMBS, 24kg 2.42/kg 58.00LAMBS, 25kg 2.26/kg 56.00LAMBS, 28kg 2.21/kg 62.00LAMBS, 28kg 2.14/kg 60.00 LAMBS 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLAMBS 2.31/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMBS, 39kg 2.87/kg 112.00LAMBS, 39kg 2.69/kg 106.00LAMBS, 37kg 2.65/kg 99.00LAMBS, 37kg 2.65/kg 98.00LAMBS, 31kg 2.61/kg 80.00LAMBS, 37kg 2.59/kg 96.00 LAMBS 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLAMBS 2.87/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LAMBS, 41kg 3.37/kg 138.00LAMBS, 47kg…

Progress made with fixed milk-price schemes

There has been some progress regarding fixed milk-price schemes, this is according to the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association (ICMSA). Kerry ICMSA executive, Pat McCormack who was speaking at a meeting held earlier this week and said that suppliers who signed up for contracts in good faith at between 30c/L and 32c/L “are well short of the mark” on current milk prices. He added that the ICMSA has advised farmers…

Common Agricultural Policy inadequate says IFA

The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) says there are restrictions in the existing payment arrangements in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Strategic Plan for designated land. The association believes that this is inadequate and does not address the issue of loss of income and devaluation of land values. IFA Hill Committee chair, Cáillin Conneely says “the Common Agricultural Policy imposes additional costs on farmers and in many cases can make it…

Meat Industry Ireland highlights quota barriers to beef exports

Progress has been made regarding access to the US market for Irish lamb, but Meat Industry Ireland (MII) has warned that action is necessary to address quota barriers to beef exports.MII has expressed their concern about the disruption of Irish beef exports to the US, due to the import market being swamped by Brazilian beef. With the return of Brazilian beef in the US market the import quota that importers…

€50 million waste water funding scheme launched

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien has announced that a €50 million waste water funding scheme has been launched targeting waste-water collection and treatment needs in rural villages. The launch of the initiative follows the completion of a review of villages and settlements that do not have access to public waste water infrastructure. This work included consultation with stakeholders and a detailed survey completed by local authorities…

Sinn Féin motion to scrap turf sale ban defeated

Sinn Féin’s motion to scrap the planned ban on the commercial sale of turf was dismissed in the Dáil last night after a vote was held on the matter. The party sought to cancel an increase in carbon tax and temporarily remove the excise duty on home-heating oil. According to reports the motion was cancelled out by a government amendment to it through a countermotion. Sinn Féin Cavan-Monaghan TD…

Farmers struggling to meet BEAM repayments should contact the DAFM

Farmers facing financial difficulties and who are unable to make repayments under the Beef Exceptional Aid Measure (BEAM) have been urged to contact the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). According to the department over 34,500 farmers applied for BEAM at its closing date of 20 September 2019, with €78 million in payments issued to participating farmers. However, some 11,000 BEAM participants did not meet some, or…

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

LSL Select Price Report – Sheep Mart 28/04/2022

Thursday’s selected Sheep Mart Price Report: Copyright LSL Auctions. LB 30-40KG Avg Price/KgLB 2.98/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 39kg 3.67/kg 143.00LB, 39kg 3.67/kg 143.00LB, 38kg 3.55/kg 135.00LB, 38kg 3.32/kg 126.00LB, 35kg 2.69/kg 94.00LB, 37kg 2.05/kg 76.00 LB 40-50KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.53/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 43kg 3.81/kg 164.00LB, 44kg 3.80/kg 167.00LB, 42kg 3.79/kg 159.00LB, 44kg 3.77/kg 166.00LB, 44kg 3.77/kg 166.00LB, 44kg 3.77/kg 166.00 LB 50-60KG Avg Price/KgLB 3.11/kgHighest Price/Kg Lots:LB, 50kg 3.36/kg 168.00LB, 50kg…