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Beef
Beef quotes remain steady ahead of holiday weekend
Adam Woods
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef quotes, including the latest quotes available for finished cattle.
29 April 2024 News
Mandatory online training for SCEP participants
The online training, which will take approximately three and a half hours, must be completed by 15 November 2024.
29 April 2024 Markets
In pictures: calf prices hold steady in Bandon
Calf numbers dipped to their lowest since February at Bandon Mart this week, but prices remain steady for most of what was on offer.
In pictures: Clonagh Rocket Explorer tops Simmental spring sale at €5,500
Shanon Kinahan was in Tullamore on Friday evening for the ISCS spring sale, where 14 bulls sold for an average price of €3,557.
29 April 2024 Pedigree
Revamp of EU animal transport rules of ‘critical importance’ to Ireland
Although the proposals have not been a focus at EU level since they were put forward, ensuring Irish livestock's access to the common market is the main priority, TDs have heard.
29 April 2024 News
Strong beef demand from China
China's beef imports in the first quarter increased, even though the USDA forecast overall decline in 2024.
28 April 2024 News
Five tips to setting up paddocks for beginners
For farmers thinking about setting up paddocks for the first time, outlined are some tips to keep in mind.
27 April 2024 Management
The Grass Week: heavy covers causing headaches while others struggle for supply
Delayed turn-out has caused for some heavy covers to hit production on farms and what to do with these will depend on individual farms.
27 April 2024 Grass & feeding
Jump in US beef imports forecast for 2024
United States Department of Agriculture revises beef import forecast upwards as production in the US declines. Phelim O'Neill reports.
26 April 2024 News
In pictures: Tullamore Charolais sale highlights
Shanon Kinahan takes a look back at the some of the highlights from the Charolais sale in Tullamore last weekend.
25 April 2024 Pedigree
Grass buyers light up cattle trade
Better weather has brought renewed confidence to the cattle and sheep trade this week.
24 April 2024 Markets
Clear path for T Junction in Athenry
Shanon Kinahan was in Athenry Mart last Thursday for the annual ILCS spring sale where 31 bulls averaged €4,124.
24 April 2024 Pedigree