Calves

What’s next for proposed EU regulations on animal transport?

The proposals remain in the legislative negotiating phase and could come to the fore in the second half of 2026 during Ireland’s presidency of the Council of the European Union.

CALVES 25 January 2026

What’s next for proposed EU regulations on animal transport?

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Dairy beef budgets: where will the calf price finally land?

Dairy beef budgets: where will the calf price finally land?

CALVES 25 January 2026

Exports to remain north of 200,000

Exports to remain north of 200,000

CALVES 24 January 2026

Facilities and teamwork lead to successful calf rearing

Facilities and teamwork lead to successful calf rearing

Facilities and teamwork lead to successful calf rearing

CALVES 24 January 2026

Inside the Farmers Journal: Mercosur deal on ice and Bord Bia chair

Inside the Farmers Journal: Mercosur deal on ice and Bord Bia chair

Inside the Farmers Journal: Mercosur deal on ice and Bord Bia chair

NEWS 22 January 2026

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400,000-to-one triplet calves in Co Clare

400,000-to-one triplet calves in Co Clare

The chance of triplet calves arriving safely is thought to be in the region of 150,000 to one, rising to around 400,000 for same-sex triplets.

NEWS 21 January 2026

Quality calves meet fierce bidding in Omagh

Quality calves meet fierce bidding in Omagh

Omagh Mart saw a lively ringside on Monday morning, with 426 calves on offer and strong buyer competition driving a firm, fast-moving calf trade.

MARKETS 21 January 2026

Budgets and performance key to making money from calves

Budgets and performance key to making money from calves

Aidan Brennan previews some of the key articles coming up in this special focus on calves.

CALVES 21 January 2026

Calf exports up over 10% on 2024

Calf exports up over 10% on 2024

Calf exports hit record highs in 2025 as strong demand from the continent drove trade. The Netherlands and Spain were the largest outlets for Irish calves reports Tommy Moyles.

NEWS 21 January 2026

Top tips for first time calf-rearers

Top tips for first time calf-rearers

With the high price of cattle, many farmers are thinking about buying young calves instead of older cattle. Aidan Brennan outlines some key advice.

CALVES 21 January 2026

Beef Management: colostrum management, slurry and calf accommodation

Beef Management: colostrum management, slurry and calf accommodation

Colostrum needs to be carefully managed and it must be ensured that calves receive adequate amounts in the first two hours of life.

MANAGEMENT 21 January 2026

Dairy Management: spreading slurry and preparing for calving

Dairy Management: spreading slurry and preparing for calving

Aidan Brennan has some advice for farmers worried about wet land with slurry tanks filling up.

MANAGEMENT 21 January 2026

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Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

The Cavan Spring Farm Machinery Show takes place on 4 and 5 February at the Cavan Equestrian Centre, offering farmers a first look at the machines and technology driving the season ahead.

Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

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