Farm Buildings

One new shed tackles two problems on this 180-cow Kilkenny dairy farm

The Murphy family have recently seen the completion of a new dry cow shed with a major increase in the farm's slurry storage capacity. Martin Merrick reports

BUILDINGS 21 October 2026

One new shed tackles two problems on this 180-cow Kilkenny dairy farm

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Key considerations with cattle lying and pen space this winter

Key considerations with cattle lying and pen space this winter

BUILDINGS 14 October 2026

Inside young Monaghan farmer's 60% grant-aided suckler shed with a difference

Inside young Monaghan farmer's 60% grant-aided suckler shed with a difference

BUILDINGS 7 October 2026

Galway farmer cuts costs by taking DIY approach to new suckler shed

Galway farmer cuts costs by taking DIY approach to new suckler shed

Galway farmer cuts costs by taking DIY approach to new suckler shed

BUILDINGS 30 September 2026

Minister calls on industry for new TAMS items

Minister calls on industry for new TAMS items

Minister calls on industry for new TAMS items

BUILDINGS 23 September 2026

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Barrett Engineering launches calf additions to adult crate at Ploughing 2026

Barrett Engineering launches calf additions to adult crate at Ploughing 2026

Adding a solid calf box to its manual squeeze crush allows for weighing, dehorning and other tasks to be completed safely.

BUILDINGS 17 September 2026

Pitfalls in applying for TAMS highlighted at Roscommon farm walk

Pitfalls in applying for TAMS highlighted at Roscommon farm walk

Planning issues, hire purchase or machines and other pitfalls when applying for TAMS were highlighted at a recent Teagasc farm walk.

BUILDINGS 16 September 2026

Watch: JFC founder launches memoir at Ploughing 2026

Watch: JFC founder launches memoir at Ploughing 2026

JFC founder John Concannon has put pen to paper in his new book, ‘The Bucket Man’, charting his journey from buying calves in Kilmallock to building a €150m company.

NEWS 16 September 2026

Getting ventilation right this autumn

Getting ventilation right this autumn

There is still time to get ventilation issues corrected in livestock sheds ahead of the winter housing period, writes Martin Merrick.

BUILDINGS 9 September 2026

Key points on sheep dipping facilities ahead of breeding

Key points on sheep dipping facilities ahead of breeding

While being one of the most effective controls of external parasites for sheep, dipping is both a laboursome and dangerous task, though steps can be taken to reduce risks and labour.

BUILDINGS 2 September 2026

Final few days to submit TAMS applications

Final few days to submit TAMS applications

Farmers who wish to get a TAMS application submitted in tranche 13 have until Friday 4 September 2026 to do so

BUILDINGS 26 August 2026

Carrigallen Mart sees major upgrade

Carrigallen Mart sees major upgrade

Carrigallen Mart recently fitted Heatguard sheeting to the livestock holding and drop off areas, with more work set to be completed soon.

MARTS 22 August 2026

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Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

Bord Bia Head of Dairy David Kennedy spoke to Julian Mellentin, New Nutrition business founder, to explore the trends influencing dairy and what they could mean for Ireland’s grass-fed dairy sector.

Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

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