In the news

  • Delays in posting out BDGP tags have left suckler farmers frustrated.
  • The Department of Agriculture, Teagasc and co-ops are considering importing fodder along with other measures to relieve the crisis situation on farms.
  • A forage register has been set up by Teagasc to help source supplies from those with a surplus.
  • Some 7,748 horses were slaughtered for human consumption at Department of Agriculture-approved premises in 2017.
  • Photo of the day

    The Dempsey family, Mother Sinead, Dad John, son Shane & daughter Katie speak to Department of Agriculture official Brian Alcock at the BPS Clinic, Cavan. Photo: Lorraine Teevan

    The Dempsey family, mother Sinead, dad John, son Shane and daughter Katie speak to Department of Agriculture official Brian Alcock at the BPS Clinic, Cavan. \ Lorraine Teevan