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Our top farming photos from the past week include Blackface and Wicklow Cheviot sheep sales, eventful marts such as the one in Cashel, or barley and maize harvesting across the country.
 
 
'No plans' to stop rural dwellers burning turf - Department
'No plans' to stop rural dwellers burning turf - Department
Rural dwellers will still be able to burn turf as a form of solid fuel.
Female farmers shouldn’t be supported with ‘pink washing’
Female farmers shouldn’t be supported with ‘pink washing’
The policies in place to support female farmers under the current CAP need to become an intrinsic part of farming, Maura Farrell of the University of Galway has said.
Reducing stress on man and beast SPONSORED
Reducing stress on man and beast
Justin Walsh runs a one-man operation and manages a herd of 95 beef cows and heifers at the foot of the Hill of Tara in Co Meath, along with his farming business, Justin also weighs cattle for ICBF.
All active farmers must be able to avail of farm transfer relief – ICMSA
All active farmers must be able to avail of farm transfer relief – ICMSA
Further guidance needed to make sure that those farm families in partnerships or companies are not disadvantaged, the ICMSA has said.
Two measures enough for €13/ewe payment – INHFA
Two measures enough for €13/ewe payment – INHFA
Both the INHFA and IFA have called for workable measures in 2025's National Sheep Welfare Scheme.
Dempsey at Large: budget - a watershed
Dempsey at Large: budget - a watershed
The second key announcement was the €30m to be given as a top-up to tillage farmers on crops planted for the 2024 (this year's) harvest.
Farming News: Budget 2025, the EPA on water quality and deer culls
Farming News: Budget 2025, the EPA on water quality and deer culls
This week, we bring you the latest on Budget 2025 and what it will mean for your farm, while EPA analysis of water quality measures and a breakdown of 2023’s deer cull are also covered.
High demand for all grades of sheep in Ballinasloe
High demand for all grades of sheep in Ballinasloe
Rachel Gallagher reports from Ballinasloe livestock mart for the weekly sheep sale.
Bulls in high demand in Templemore
Bulls in high demand in Templemore
Rachel Gallagher reports from Templemore livestock mart for the cattle sale.
Sheep mart comment: Greater bite for finished lambs
Sheep mart comment: Greater bite for finished lambs
Mart managers report a sharper tone to the trade, with numbers of fleshed lambs tightening further, and generating greater competition among agents.
PODCASTS
Agri-Food Regulator looking for views on unfair trading
Agri-Food Regulator looking for views on unfair trading
The regulator commissioned Coyne Research to create and monitor an online survey for farmers, fishers and growers to share their views on trading practices in the food supply chain in Ireland.
EU beef output to fall on back of ‘shrinking’ cattle herds
EU beef output to fall on back of ‘shrinking’ cattle herds
The tight beef supply continues to support EU beef producer prices and the price of live animals, the European Commission's short-term outlook said.
Land purchase considerations: key factors for farmers SPONSORED
Land purchase considerations: key factors for farmers
The nature of farming like any business, is that farmers are continually investing in their farms, land, infrastructure, buildings, stock and machinery to improve on-farm efficiencies or productivity
Loss of MV sheep controls a ‘major concern’ - UFU
Loss of MV sheep controls a ‘major concern’ - UFU
The comments follow on from a recent industry meeting outlining the implications of the disease and the Department of Agriculture’s proposed MV status changes.
Farmers told not to import sheep
Farmers told not to import sheep
The Department has warned that importing sheep even from areas currently free from the bluetongue virus puts the entire sector at risk.
Aubrac the breed of choice for this Laois herd
Aubrac the breed of choice for this Laois herd
Nevan McKiernan reports from the Irish Aubrac Cattle Society open day held on Cathal and William Bannon's farm this weekend.
Woods wins champion in Donegal town
Woods wins champion in Donegal town
Rachel Gallagher reports from Donegal livestock mart for the SW Donegal Blackface sheep breeders’ groups annual ram show and sale.
Famous 'Sheep Shepherd' duo trusts Tribamec DuoSPONSORED
Famous 'Sheep Shepherd' duo trusts Tribamec Duo
Tribamec Duo combines Chanelle Pharma’s established products - Animec Oral solution for sheep and Tribex 5% oral suspension for sheep. The unique blend equips it to combat a range of sheep parasites.
Reducing stress on man and beastSPONSORED
Reducing stress on man and beast
Justin Walsh runs a one-man operation and manages a herd of 95 beef cows and heifers at the foot of the Hill of Tara in Co Meath, along with his farming business, Justin also weighs cattle for ICBF.
Potential in the east for Irish agri-food exportsSPONSORED
Potential in the east for Irish agri-food exports
Ahead of the upcoming trade mission, Bord Bia Asia, Africa and Middle East manager Ciaran Gallagher examines where Vietnam and Thailand fit into Irish agri-food exports.
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EU at a crossroads for more than farming
EU at a crossroads for more than farming
Last time a new Commission took over in Brussels it was all about Brexit. That was a minor problem compared with current issues.
Strong UK retail demand for both beef and lamb
Strong UK retail demand for both beef and lamb
Shoppers buying more beef and lamb in Britain despite higher prices.
Finance Bill gives clarity on active farmer test for inheritance
Finance Bill gives clarity on active farmer test for inheritance
Transitional period introduced to allow farmers get arrangements in place to meet conditions.
Tirlán targeted Tipperary Co-op milk pool
Tirlán targeted Tipperary Co-op milk pool
The fight for milk is heating up and the power is in the hands of co-ops, with the deepest pockets.
Ploughing Championships tops this year’s tourism spend
Ploughing Championships tops this year’s tourism spend
The September AIB Spend Trend data showed that the agriculture event at Ratheniska, Co Laois bucked the trend in consumer spending for the month.
Lemken presents 12.2m Thuilt tine harrow
Lemken presents 12.2m Thuilt tine harrow
Lemken has presented its Thuilt MF/1200 tine harrow, the brands first tine harrow model to exceed 12m.
Hidden fairytale with versatile working farm at Rockspring
Hidden fairytale with versatile working farm at Rockspring
An attractive period farmhouse and surroundings make this €2.4m Co Wexford holding a dream property, writes Paul Mooney.
65ac residential holding in Galway
65ac residential holding in Galway
It also has good land and a substantial, two-story farmhouse which requires some renovation work.
€10,500/ac guide for Wicklow farm
€10,500/ac guide for Wicklow farm
This holding is well located, near to Dunlavin and busy Baltinglass town.
Key steps to improving ventilation in cattle housing this autumn
Key steps to improving ventilation in cattle housing this autumn
Wet weather will likely force cattle indoors in the next week or so, so having good ventilation in place is critical to prevent disease outbreaks.
Wastewater discharges a significant pressure on water quality – EPA
Wastewater discharges a significant pressure on water quality – EPA
The EPA has said that two decades is too long to wait to fix Ireland’s deficient wastewater treatment plants.
Farmers could have to map cattle locations for EU deforestation law
Farmers could have to map cattle locations for EU deforestation law
The Commission has proposed pushing back the introduction of the EU deforestation regulation amid mounting confusion over what will be required of cattle farmers.
Global company CycleØ plans to develop four AD plants in Ireland
Global company CycleØ plans to develop four AD plants in Ireland
CycleØ Group said it has initially identified sites for AD plants in Kildare, Cavan, Galway and Limerick.
Plans unveiled for 600ac Kerry solar farm
Plans unveiled for 600ac Kerry solar farm
The solar farm project will have an installed capacity of 193MW and will supply enough power for 45,500 homes each year.
Disappointment as forestry allocation cut by 17% to €91m
Disappointment as forestry allocation cut by 17% to €91m
Leaders in the forestry industry have described the move to cut the forestry budget as "deeply disappointing".
Beech revisited as woodland and timber tree
Beech revisited as woodland and timber tree
Irish pavilion at the Venice Biennale to highlight aesthetic, functional and acoustic qualities of Irish grown beech, writes Donal Magner
Loss of MV sheep controls a ‘major concern’ - UFU
Loss of MV sheep controls a ‘major concern’ - UFU
The comments follow on from a recent industry meeting outlining the implications of the disease and the Department of Agriculture’s proposed MV status changes.
NI succession planning scheme launched
NI succession planning scheme launched
The new succession scheme is being delivered by farming charity, Rural Support
Life
Top tricks to get many treats out of your pumpkin
From face masks to tasty snacks, there are many ways to make the most out of your pumpkins beyond decoration and reduce waste, writes Deirdre Verney.
Helen Sharp: respect your elders
Helen Sharp: respect your elders
This week, Helen Sharp muses over the fashion of breeding, the treatment of older mares and some useful equine events
Racing: will the ban on gambling advertising be effective?
Racing: will the ban on gambling advertising be effective?
The new legislation is welcome, establishing the Gambling Regulation Authority of Ireland, but don’t expect it to solve too many problems, writes Mark Costello.
‘Bikes galore and a PhD defence in Holland’
‘Bikes galore and a PhD defence in Holland’
Katherine O’Leary and her husband Tim recently visited Utrecht in Holland, but it wasn’t just a tourist visit, they also had some family celebrations to enjoy.
Budget 2025 a severe disappointment for hospitality workers
Budget 2025 a severe disappointment for hospitality workers
With no sign of a reduction in the 13.5% VAT rate for hospitality, we may see a further 1,000 businesses close in the coming months, writes Janine Kennedy.