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Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
Lorry and load of hay destroyed in Monaghan fire
The fire was extinguished by Castleblayney and Ballybay fire brigades and no injuries have been reported.
Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
Thunderstorms and rain to hit west and midlands
Thunderstorms are forecast in places on Friday afternoon and evening with lightning, hail and heavy downpours.
Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
Over 60% of male farmers overweight or obese - report
Half of farmers considered that they were ‘about the right weight’, but based on BMI calculations they were in fact classified as being overweight or obese.
Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
‘Perfect year’ for winter barley at Coolmore with yield of 4t/ac
Coolmore hopes to complete the winter barley harvest by Tuesday 27 July, before the weather is expected to break.
Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
Opportunities for farmers tops agenda at first bioeconomy forum meeting
Former secretary general of the Department of Agriculture John Malone will chair the forum.
Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
Watch: saving hay in the Shannon Callows
The Callows farmers have called for one body to be established which will look after the gates along the Shannon, monitoring the river level throughout the year.
Niall Hurson on 21 Jul 2021
Selective breeding to see 24% methane cut by 2050
Scientists say animal breeding which exploits natural variation in methane emissions could be a cost-effective way to reduce methane output.
Niall Hurson on 21 Jul 2021
Brand new harvester and 30ac of winter barley destroyed in blaze
The Claas Lexion 6600 had just 11 hours on the clock when the blaze broke out.
Niall Hurson on 21 Jul 2021
Two cattle drown in bog hole following dog attack
The ICSA has called for tougher livestock protection legislation to be introduced to combat the “ongoing scourge” of dog attacks.
Niall Hurson on 20 Jul 2021
Field blaze destroys hundreds of straw bales in Kilkenny
The farmer believes the blaze broke out as a result of a spark caused by machinery hitting a stone in the field.
Niall Hurson on 19 Jul 2021
Grain growers advised to shop around for best price
The IGG group has advised growers to explore all options when sourcing the best price for their supply this year.
Niall Hurson on 20 Jul 2021
UK meat processors warn of ‘shut-down’ as COVID-19 staff shortage worsens
One in 10 meat factory workers have been instructed to self-isolate following a close contact.