Fines of €250 for cattle tag breaches
Department scheme will see fixed penalty notices replace the traditional clawback on the Basic Payment Scheme.
Nitrates being used to secure climate change reductions – ICMSA
The farm body warned that changes to the Nitrates Derogation could result in a 25% reduction in cow numbers on some farms.
Wexford farmer gets 70-day stay on vulture fund sale of farm
A Wexford farmer has called on his neighbours and other farmers not to bid at the sale of his lands by a vulture fund.
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Eight years and 1.2 million births later, Moocall is still saving calves
The approach of the National Ploughing Championships in September marks another year since the official launch of the Moocall Calving Sensor at the 2014 edition of the Ploughing.
Coppicing upside-down toilet brush hedges
Coppicing hedgerows can help to rejuvenate the plants and create a hedgerows good for stockproofing, carbon storage and biodiversity.
Teagasc energy use up 12.8% in 2021
A draft Decarbonisation Strategy sets out a new carbon emission reduction target of 51% by 2030 for the organisation.
Farm-specific carbon counting tool on the way
Teagasc will have its carbon calculator up and running by early 2023, allowing farmers to establish their carbon baselines.
Details of new FQAS rules published
A new set of rules for the NI beef and lamb farm quality assurance scheme comes into effect on 1 November 2022.
Roundhill sale tops €13,000 in Roscrea
Adam Woods reports from the 9th Roundhill and Castleview sale which took place in Roscrea at the weekend.
Sheep Mart Watch: throughput starting to ease in some sales
While throughput in a high percentage of marts has started to ease from the peak entries recorded in recent weeks, it has hit peak activity in marts in hill strongholds.
Camera at the Mart: ewe lambs sell to £169 at Aghanloo
The annual sale of Greyface, Mule and Suffolk Cheviot ewe lambs was held at Aghanloo near Limavady, Co Derry, on Tuesday.
Kerry Group presses pause on milk price increases
Kerry Group is the first co-op to stabilise its milk price increases for August milk supplied. Suppliers will be paid the same price they were paid in July.
Growth rates lifting for autumn flush
Grass growth rates have increased, and the prospects for decent grass this autumn have improved greatly write Aidan Brennan and Martin Merrick
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Dairy Management: grass growth and animal health risks
The rain is helping grass growth to recover but with it brings the danger of nitrate toxicity.
Dairy cull cows exposed to welfare issues during transport – report
The European Commission has received a series of recommendations on the welfare of animals during transport which it will now use to inform a review.
Details of new FQAS rules published
A new set of rules for the NI beef and lamb farm quality assurance scheme comes into effect on 1 November 2022.
No agreement on who will pay for extra TB testing – ICSA
The ICSA has said that farmers will pay for one annual herd test and one test only.
SPONSOREDEight years and 1.2 million births later, Moocall is still saving calves
The approach of the National Ploughing Championships in September marks another year since the official launch of the Moocall Calving Sensor at the 2014 edition of the Ploughing.
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Seamus McMenamin, sector manager of sheepmeat, livestock and organic at Bord Bia, explains how there will be markets for extra organic beef, lamb and dairy.
SPONSOREDFarmer Padraig Kehoe on the efficiency of his Kverneland Exacta TL GEOSPREAD
With fertiliser costs hitting €1,000/t and no sign of any significant let up, farmers need to rely on their fertiliser spreaders to be as efficient and accurate as possible.
SPONSOREDKingdom farmers take the Kerry honours
Aidan Brennan reports on the winners of the Kerry Agribusiness milk quality and sustainability awards.
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European Space Agency backs Irish AgTech grass measuring platform
The European Space Agency has provided funding to support the development of a new grassland management platform using drones, satellites and artificial intelligence
Galway family wins overall prize in NDC Kerrygold quality milk awards 2022
The Connelly family farm from near Tuam in Co Galway have won the overall prize in the NDC Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards 2022.
Trade-offs in EU food production
EU production under the green deal is a question of where we produce and how we produce. "We should not be naive about organics".
World struggles to rebuild food stocks six months into invasion of Ukraine
As the world struggles to rebuild food stocks, high input costs are stymying the supply response and hunger is growing.
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O’Regan Plant Sales to introduce Yanmar compact tractor range at Ploughing
In spring, O’Regan Plant Sales became the Irish distributor for the range of Yanmar compact tractors and the company has planned to officially launch them onto the Irish market at the Ploughing.
John Deere MultiFuel engine reduces Co2 emissions by 91%
As part of a recent sustainability event held in Germany, John Deere announced that it is working on a Stage V MultiFuel engine concept that allows the use of both biofuels and standard diesel.
Raft of new kit from Mastek for debut at Ploughing
Wider dribble bars, 200hp engine sets and a newly designed front reel that sits closer to the tractor are just some of the new features Mastek will be unveiling at the Ploughing Championships.
Moydrum sees off stiff competition in Strokestown
Adam Woods reports from the Irish Angus Cattle Society all-Ireland championships, which took place at Strokestown Show at the weekend.
Something to suit everyone as farm auctions take off
The autumn land market has stepped up a gear and here are some of the notable farms coming up for auction.
Two farms going for auction in Meath and Kildare
Both farms are in good locations close to main roads and, in the case of one, close to a commuter rail line to Dublin.
Four farms in Roscommon and Sligo
The four farms vary in size from 23ac up to 52ac and asking prices are in the range of €7,000/ac to €9,000/ac.
Top-spec suckler shed with tiled calving area
Martin Merrick paid a visit to Co Clare suckler farmer Denis Cahalane to view his four-bay slatted shed with creep and calving areas attached.
Renewable heat obligation confirmed for 2024
The renewable heat obligation will assist in the development of an indigenous anaerobic digestion industry.
No decision on Shannon LNG terminal
The liquefied natural gas (LNG) proposed for north Kerry remains a divisive topic among coalition parties
Forestry report highlights need to 'accelerate tree planting' in Ireland
Unless, there is a significant and sustained increase in the rate of planting, the Government’s commitment to carbon net zero will not be met – Jim Mackinnon
Restore forestry spend by upping grant rates by 50% - FII
While FII is primarily pushing for higher forestry payments in Budget 2023, it is also seeking a revamp of the ash dieback scheme.
News round-up: protein crops and bracken
Weekly round-up of news from the farming industry in Northern Ireland.
Lakeland Dairies paying 47.5p/l for August
Lakeland Dairies was first to set a milk price for August, raising it by 1.5p/l.
NI badger cull facing lengthy delay
Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots “remains committed” to all aspects of DAERA’s revised TB strategy.
Imports of Irish cattle at a two-year high
Irish cattle imported for direct slaughter at meat plants in Northern Ireland hit a two-year high point last week.
Life
Meet The Maker: The Messy Brunette
In this week’s Meet The Maker, Maria Moynihan talks to Maura Bourke of The Messy Brunette, who creates handmade wooden jewellery in Co Tipperary.
New sponsors announced for United Rugby Championship
As rugby competitions expand to become more international, so too has the list of sponsors.
Gardening with Gerry: tropical eucryphia and the benefits of planting bulbs
Gerry Daly looks at an overlooked Chilean evergreen and has some advice for choosing what bulbs to plant.
Who is qualified to advise breeders on TAMS?
Now that the Common Agricultural Policy 2023-2027 has been approved by the European Union, who will inform equine farmers on what's required to receive funding
Four farms in Roscommon and Sligo
The four farms vary in size from 23ac up to 52ac and asking prices are in the range of €7,000/ac to €9,000/ac.
