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Agri jobs: dairy herdperson wanted for Kilkenny grassland farm
James Hanly
There are plenty of the employers looking for new farm managers in the dairy sector.
Agri jobs: dairy herdperson wanted for Kilkenny grassland farm
Sinn Féin’s Kenny clarifies position on derogation
6 September 2024 News
Sinn Féin’s Kenny clarifies position on derogation
It is imperative that Government pursue a science-led partnership approach with farmers and other stakeholders on the nitrates derogation, Martin Kenny said.
Milk supply down 5% on 2023
6 September 2024 News
Milk supply down 5% on 2023
Co-ops processed an estimated 980.7m litres of milk in July 2024, a decrease of 33.9m litres (3.3%) when compared with July 2023.
Rising demand for adult protein powder in China
There is a change in demand for Irish dairy exports to China, writes dairy editor Aidan Brennan.
6 September 2024 News
Tirlán interested in ‘alliance’ with Tipperary Co-op
The CEO of Tirlán voiced interest in linking up with Tipperary Co-op, saying that an alliance could be formed between the two if Tipperary was on board.
5 September 2024 News
Teagasc to host grassland climate adaptation conference
The event organisers said they hope to identify the risks and opportunities for Irish grassland systems and to highlight the knowledge gaps that may exist which require an additional research focus.
5 September 2024 News
Ornua PPI rises for August
The results, according to Ornua, reflect increased market returns throughout the month of August.
4 September 2024 News
Record high for NI milk production
Milk production on NI dairy farms from January to June 2024 is the highest on record for the first half of the year.
4 September 2024 Northern Ireland
Chinese milk production continues to ramp up
Aidan Brennan reports from China where large farms are being built by State-owned dairy companies.
4 September 2024 News
New €1m sexed semen lab to increase supply of straws
The lab will produce sexed dairy and beef genetics for both Irish and global customers.
4 September 2024 News
Bluetongue cases on the rise in Britain
There has been a bluetongue resurgence in the UK after a months-long spell without a confirmed case.
4 September 2024 News
Anger at Department's handling of TB
We spoke to two farmers that are currently locked up with the infamous bacterial disease.
4 September 2024 News