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Stephen Robb on 14 Nov 2018
IFA potato report: growers disappointed with yields but happy with quality
IFA potato market report Tuesday 13/11/2018
Stephen Robb on 14 Nov 2018
Listen: malting barley growers recognised after difficult year
Malting barley growers were recognised at the recent Boortmalt-Diageo all Ireland malting barley excellence awards at St James Gate Brewery.
Stephen Robb on 14 Nov 2018
Farming with nature in Mayo
Mayo based Glasraí, run by husband and wife Joe and Aoife Reilly, have developed a specialised business of producing fresh, chemical free, fruit and vegetables to serve a growing market.
Stephen Robb on 12 Nov 2018
Plenty of agricultural inspirations at this year’s SciFest
There was plenty of agricultural-themed projects at this year’s SciFest.
Stephen Robb on 07 Nov 2018
IFA potato report: rain brings potato harvest to a halt
IFA potato market report Tuesday 07/11/2018
Stephen Robb on 07 Nov 2018
Listen: malting barley intake back 50% – Boortmalt boss
As a result of the late spring, drought and high temperatures, average malting barley yields and quality were significantly back in areas.
Stephen Robb on 07 Nov 2018
Planting still ongoing as winter crop area recovers
Great planting conditions this autumn are seeing winter crop area recover from last year's level.
Stephen Robb on 05 Nov 2018
Further gene discoveries could pave way to disease-resistant crops
The discovery of a new gene that can control immune system regulation in plants by could help improve the resistance of crops to disease.
Stephen Robb on 14 Nov 2018
From the Tramlines: autumn field work nearing completion
This week we revisit growers from Kildare, Down and Kerry where ground work is coming to a close.
Stephen Robb on 31 Oct 2018
Winter grain acreage up as conditions remain ideal
Ground and growing conditions are ideal, with planting all but completed across the country.
Stephen Robb on 31 Oct 2018
IFA potato report: good progress made in excellent ground conditions
IFA potato market report Tuesday 30/10/2018
Stephen Robb on 30 Oct 2018
Market news: Australian drought hits wheat, barley and oilseed production
Key stories this week include further reductions to Australian grain production estimates, world wheat production revised upwards and bumper US soya bean harvest depresses markets.