Watch: Farm Tech Talk - the Livestock Show

This week, our report from the livestock fields around the country tackles the key questions farmers are asking.

Jack Kennedy

22 May 2020

Farm Tech Talk - the Livestock Show.

This week, the livestock team discusses introducing teaser bulls, how the Ramadan festival is driving the sheep trade and how the opening of fast food outlets is providing a boost to beef markets.

We also get some timely advice on animal health and farm safety from Fergal Morris of MSD Animal Health and Ciarán Roche from FBD Insurance.

Farm Tech Talk: Livestock Show – Week 10.

Watch: Farm Tech Talk the Livestock show

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