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Farmer Writes: a fair share of dealing with officialdom
Kieran Sullivan
Back out in the fields away from the paperwork we are doing what can only be described as reclaiming another field, writes Kieran Sullivan.
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NEWS
Climate change and farmers supply chain position set for CAP’s centre stage
The Department is seeking feedback on a draft strength weakness opportunity threat (SWOT) analysis, the first in a number of steps to a new CAP.
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Crop variety and policy decisions on the agenda at National Crops Forum
The big challenges and policy decisions facing the tillage industry are set to be discussed at the event on Tuesday.
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DAIRY
Dairy management: the outlook for grass growth
Grass growth rates are good and look to be getting better, writes Aidan Brennan.
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Watch: meal feeding starts for finishing heifers
Jack Kennedy visits the Thrive Hally Farm in Tipperary to see 18-month-old heifers nearing finish.
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LIDL Ireland has added 65 Irish products to their shelves
For a third consecutive year, Lidl has called out to suppliers in Ireland and Northern Ireland to enter products into their supplier development programme, Kick Start.
Come and join ALDI at the most amazing marquee for entertainment
Aldi once again returns to the National Ploughing Championships from 17 to 19 September – and what a jam-packed line-up they’re bringing with them!
Boost your business productivity with New Holland's complete range of solutions
New Holland introduced a host of new implements, extending its hay and forage and crop production ranges to offer customers a wider choice of complete solutions.
MACHINERY
Farm contractors call on minister to grant tax reliefs
The farm contractors say they should receive the same reliefs as farmers.
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Machinery importers in Brexit limbo
Farmers and contractors won't know the exact tax and customs changes for machinery imports from the UK until Brexit actually happens.
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TILLAGE