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Health issues and workload a consequence of the weather

As well as causing serious grass availability issues, the weather situation is impacting dairy farms in plenty of other ways. Animal health and extra work are examples of this, writes Daire Cregg.

MANAGEMENT 8 August 2026

Health issues and workload a consequence of the weather

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Small incremental changes leading to big profit on Wexford dairy farm

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Corporate-owned vets 'not obliged' to attend 2am calving calls

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Editorial: climate change is real and here to stay

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Robots make their way west

Robots make their way west

UK farmers have been promised a significant sum for the development of robots and automated technology on farms while the Dealer was wondering if the robot seen at Bonniconlon show could jive.

DEALER 4 August 2026

Over 15,000 farmers invest in farm safety

Over 15,000 farmers invest in farm safety

New Department figures shine a light on which TAMS 3 sub-schemes saw the highest and lowest rate of approvals since they opened to applications.

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Demand for Farming with Nature doubles

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Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

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Over 2,600 cattle and sheep seized by Department

Over 2,600 cattle and sheep seized by Department

Cattle and sheep seized and euthanised by the Department over a five-year period revealed.

NEWS 4 August 2026

Funding boost for British farmers to install farming robots

Funding boost for British farmers to install farming robots

The British government has announced £20m (€23m) in funding to develop agricultural robots and farm automation, helping farms tackle labour shortages.

NEWS 4 August 2026

Farm Safety Live returns to Tullamore Show

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Farm Safety Live will showcase practical demonstrations on livestock handling, machinery and working at heights.

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