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Dairygold and Carbery hold their milk prices
James Hanly
“Stability of dairy markets is continuing for the start of 2025 and we will continue to monitor markets closely to maximise returns for our shareholders,” said a spokesperson for Carbery.
 
 
Felling licence advice issued for storm-damaged forests
Felling licence advice issued for storm-damaged forests
The Department of Agriculture is currently assessing whether a 'simplified approach' can be taken to processing licence applications in the aftermath of storms Éowyn and Darragh.
Horticulture grant excludes small growers with storm damage – farm adviser
Horticulture grant excludes small growers with storm damage – farm adviser
Criticism comes from organic specialist at the Agriculture Consultants Association Mary Lynch - who spoke at the Commercial Market Opportunities in Organic Vegetable Production conference.
Nine months’ pneumonia virus protection with only two injections SPONSORED
Nine months’ pneumonia virus protection with only two injections
Kevin Moran farms 105 hectares with 260 cows, in a spring-calving, grass-based system in Caherlistrane, Co Galway. All young stock are contract-reared from 13 weeks of age, to the point of calving.
Camera at the mart: over 1,000 calves on offer in Bandon
Camera at the mart: over 1,000 calves on offer in Bandon
Calf numbers doubled compared to last week at the west Cork mart and trade is holding strong especially for Friesian bull calves.
Sheep mart prices: hoggets increase by €3 to €6/head
Sheep mart prices: hoggets increase by €3 to €6/head
The increase in factory appetite for hoggets has resulted in much more life in the trade, with agents willing to compete with much greater intensity.
Martbids Database: weanling bull trade takes massive jump
Martbids Database: weanling bull trade takes massive jump
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s mart trade, including what’s happening in the country’s marts.
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Dairygold and Carbery hold their milk prices
Dairygold and Carbery hold their milk prices
“Stability of dairy markets is continuing for the start of 2025 and we will continue to monitor markets closely to maximise returns for our shareholders,” said a spokesperson for Carbery.
Fonterra launches new emission reduction incentives
Fonterra launches new emission reduction incentives
Beginning on 1 June, the New Zealand-based co-operative will introduce a payment for farms that achieve certain emissions-related criteria as part of its co-operative difference framework.
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
How to spot a sick dairy cow in spring
How to spot a sick dairy cow in spring
As calving ramps up on dairy farms, Aidan Brennan takes a look at some of the signs of a sick cow.
Farmers to spend €649,000 on BVD sample postage
Farmers to spend €649,000 on BVD sample postage
This is despite the cost of a national stamp for a letter increasing from €1.40 to €1.65, from Thursday 27 February.
Charolais and Simmental set new breed records in sensational Stirling trade
Charolais and Simmental set new breed records in sensational Stirling trade
Nevan McKiernan reports on the Stirling bull sales which took place at United Auctions in Scotland on Monday.
Unstoppable performance by Bernish at Carlisle
Unstoppable performance by Bernish at Carlisle
Nevan McKiernan reports on the British Limousin Cattle Society's show and sale at Borderway Mart in Carlisle.
Getting through the first SBLAS audit SPONSORED
Getting through the first SBLAS audit
Damien Murray, Origin Green Producer Liaison & Standard Co-Coordinator gives a step by step guide for new suckler members of SBLAS facing their first audit.
Nine months’ pneumonia virus protection with only two injectionsSPONSORED
Nine months’ pneumonia virus protection with only two injections
Kevin Moran farms 105 hectares with 260 cows, in a spring-calving, grass-based system in Caherlistrane, Co Galway. All young stock are contract-reared from 13 weeks of age, to the point of calving.
Wicklow dairy farmer boosts efficiency with GAIN Easi-MixSPONSORED
Wicklow dairy farmer boosts efficiency with GAIN Easi-Mix
Wicklow farmer John Wynne farms alongside his mother Frances on their dairy and tillage farm near Baltinglass.
Understanding how business structures influence land purchasesSPONSORED
Understanding how business structures influence land purchases
It is crucial to understand how your business structure impacts your decision when purchasing land.
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ABP Foods made a loss in the year to March 2024
ABP Foods made a loss in the year to March 2024
Auditors report on accounts of unlimited company contain an unusual word for ABP.
Earnings at Kerry Dairy Ireland jumped by 17.5% in 2024
Earnings at Kerry Dairy Ireland jumped by 17.5% in 2024
Kerry Group said that it will pay a final dividend of 89 cents per share.
Rollins confirmed as US agriculture secretary
Rollins confirmed as US agriculture secretary
New US agriculture secretary confirmed by senate and sets about major policy changes in USDA.
Agri-Food Regulator needs proper tools for the job
Agri-Food Regulator needs proper tools for the job
It is six months since the Agri-Food Regulator board asked the Minister for additional powers
Amazone expands folding disc harrow range with Catros+03
Amazone expands folding disc harrow range with Catros+03
Amazone has completed the third generation of its compact Catros+ 03-2 disc harrows with new mounted and trailed models ranging from 2.5m to 12m.
Big manufacturers cut production as sales drop by 16-22% in 2024
Big manufacturers cut production as sales drop by 16-22% in 2024
In 2024, the majority of major manufacturers dropped sales numbers due to a reduced demand, which in turn saw them reduce production and focus on clearing out dealer stocks.
New quad bike regulations -  are you ready? SPONSORED
New quad bike regulations - are you ready?
Quad bikes are designed to cope with a wide variety of terrain types and so are a fantastic aid for farm work - by Ciaran Roche, FBD risk manager.
Fewer favourable-location farms
Fewer favourable-location farms
Average farmland price in Co Wicklow fell by 21% from the year before.
Average prices down 9% despite strong auctions
Average prices down 9% despite strong auctions
A number of good quality farms came on the market in Waterford in 2024 and prices paid for them were strong.
Prices rising in the southeast
Prices rising in the southeast
Some very desirable country properties were sold in the county last year.
New 76-cubicle house eases pressure on Clare dairy farm
New 76-cubicle house eases pressure on Clare dairy farm
The addition of a new 76-cubicle shed on the farm of… will ease pressure on both housing and slurry storage.
Over 1,600 farmers engaged in hen harrier conservation project
Over 1,600 farmers engaged in hen harrier conservation project
This comes from the final report of the Hen Harrier Project European Innovation Partnership, which operated between 2017 and 2023.
Meehan appointed head of Teagasc water quality department
Meehan appointed head of Teagasc water quality department
The appointment was approved at a recent Teagasc meeting as part of the expansion of its environment knowledge transfer activities with two new departments.
Wind energy saves Ireland €1.2bn on gas bills – Wind Energy Ireland
Wind energy saves Ireland €1.2bn on gas bills – Wind Energy Ireland
Around one third of Ireland’s electricity came from wind energy last year, saving around €1.2 bn in gas in 2024, according to Wind Energy Ireland.
CycleØ AD information event cancelled due to planned disruption
CycleØ AD information event cancelled due to planned disruption
The company had planned to hold an information event on Wednesday 19th to share information about its planned AD project at Ballyvass, Kildare, but received information of planned disruption
Felling licence advice issued for storm-damaged forests
Felling licence advice issued for storm-damaged forests
The Department of Agriculture is currently assessing whether a 'simplified approach' can be taken to processing licence applications in the aftermath of storms Éowyn and Darragh.
Put safety first in windblown forests, says Healy-Rae
Put safety first in windblown forests, says Healy-Rae
The scale of the forestry damage inflicted by Storm Éowyn was significantly greater than that done by Storm Darwin in 2014 when 2m tonnes of timber was knocked.
News round-up from Northern Ireland
News round-up from Northern Ireland
Weekly round-up of news from the farming industry in Northern Ireland.
DAERA regulations hit with a delay
DAERA regulations hit with a delay
New regulations had come forward relating to area based payments to farmers
Till debt do us part – finance tips for couples
Till debt do us part – finance tips for couples
Advice for couples on how to keep their finances and romance balanced, writes Rosalind Skillen.
March auction date for east Cork property guided at €900,000
March auction date for east Cork property guided at €900,000
A non-residential farm in east Cork heads for public auction in early March. The property was previously a dairy farm and the infrastructure is still present. Tommy Moyles reports.
Excellent Ballycurkeen block on the market
Excellent Ballycurkeen block on the market
An 81ac farm between Clonmel and Carrick-on-Suir has just come on the market. Divided by a local road, the land is excellent quality, writes Tommy Moyles.
Jewel in the crown is keeping time in Tralee
Jewel in the crown is keeping time in Tralee
Fusing tradition and modern style is important for the future of John Ross Jewellers, a fourth-generation business in Kerry, run by cousins Heather O’Sullivan and Sandrene Brassil.