Weather forecast

Overall it will be cloudy today with outbreaks of rain and drizzle in places. However, there will be lengthy dry periods also. A few bright or sunny spells will develop throughout the day, especially across northernmost counties. Top temperatures will range from 18°C to 20°C in general, but slightly cooler across western and northern counties. Westerly winds will be light or moderate throughout the day.

In the news

  • Co-op boards need to review their milk pricing according to the IFA after the Irish Farmers Journal/KPMG milk review revealed a 6c/l gap between the highest and lowest milk prices paid by co-ops last year.
  • Italian buyer wants more weanlings and beef.
  • Department of Agriculture paid out €81,000 in compensation for bullying claims.
  • A trade deal that could be worth up to €20bn has been signed between the European Union and Japan. Industry experts believe the Japanese market for Irish beef could expand to take up to 20,000 tonnes.
  • Post-Brexit border checks for 100% of live imports and animal products.
  • Coming up on www.farmersjournal.ie

  • Weekend weather
  • Reaction from western farmers on The Irish Farmers Journal/KPMG Milk Price Review
  • What’s on today

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