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Camera at the Mart: trade remains strong in Kilkenny

Cathal Gormley reports from the weekly suckler calf sale in Kilkenny, where over 500 calves was on offer.

MARTS 17 March 2026

Camera at the Mart: trade remains strong in Kilkenny

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Olcastletown Mojo keeps its top spot

Olcastletown Mojo keeps its top spot

SPRING AI 15 March 2026

Comment: where to next for the Irish breeding programme?

Comment: where to next for the Irish breeding programme?

SPRING AI 14 March 2026

7c/litre difference in high- versus low-EBI herds

7c/litre difference in high- versus low-EBI herds

7c/litre difference in high- versus low-EBI herds

SPRING AI 14 March 2026

Another year, another breeding season

Another year, another breeding season

Another year, another breeding season

SPRING AI 11 March 2026

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Clover swards deliver a €170/ha higher margin

Clover swards deliver a €170/ha higher margin

Results from an ongoing trial in the Teagasc Derrypatrick herd show grass-clover production systems supporting greater performance than a high-performing grass system.

SUCKLERS 28 February 2026

Dealing with delayed turnout on suckler farms

Dealing with delayed turnout on suckler farms

Adam Woods has some tips and advice for suckler farmers dealing with delayed turnout.

MARKETS 28 February 2026

Planning to comply with the Beef Welfare Scheme

Planning to comply with the Beef Welfare Scheme

The 2026 scheme is not expected to open until August leaving some farmers with weanlings born in the second half of 2025 questioning what they need to do to safeguard payment.

SUCKLERS 28 February 2026

Focus on breeding at Newford open day

Focus on breeding at Newford open day

The event which takes place on Wednesday 22 April will showcase how heat detection aids, good handling facilities and compact calving can reduce labour while allowing selection of superior genetics.

SUCKLERS 28 February 2026

Defining year for future of suckler farming

Defining year for future of suckler farming

There is much talk at present regarding the European Commission progressing with the Mercusor trade deal but the outcome of the next CAP reform will shape the future of suckling.

SUCKLERS 28 February 2026

Strong focus on retention of talent across the market

Strong focus on retention of talent across the market

With 51% of companies finding it difficult to fill roles, challenges in attracting and retaining talent remain persistent, writes Sarah Mcintosh.

AGRI JOBS 28 February 2026

A shift towards off-farm employment

A shift towards off-farm employment

With off-farm employment on the increase, there are several upskilling opportunities for farmers, with some courses fully funded

AGRI JOBS 28 February 2026

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Advice for supporting gut health

Taking a preventative approach to scours and supplying calves with targeted health products during digestive disturbance are essential for sustained growth.

Advice for supporting gut health

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