Farmers

Drought forces farmers into winter mode

Farmers are being forced to feed silage and concentrates, sell stock earlier and eat into winter fodder reserves, as prolonged dry weather takes its toll

NEWS 12 August 2026

Drought forces farmers into winter mode

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Third application window opens for ACRES landscape actions

Third application window opens for ACRES landscape actions

A third application window has opened for the Landscape Actions under ACRES, following strong interest expressed by farmers in the first two rounds.

SCHEMES 10 August 2026

Macra calls for urgent action over fodder shortage fears

Macra calls for urgent action over fodder shortage fears

Macra president Josephine O’Neill has warned that action is needed now to assess fodder reserves and grass growth amid drought conditions.

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European drought could bring some relief for Irish milk prices

European drought could bring some relief for Irish milk prices

While a lack of rain continues to impact parts of Ireland, the situation is just as severe in other parts of Europe, writes Daire Cregg

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Camera at the Mart: Solid demand at show and sale in Tuam Mart

Camera at the Mart: Solid demand at show and sale in Tuam Mart

Cathal Gormley reports from Monday's sale in Tuam Mart, where top lots of weanlings sold just shy of €6/kg, with farmers and shippers paying over €5/kg regularly.

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Beef trade steady despite factory pressure on price

Beef trade steady despite factory pressure on price

Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest factory quotes for finished cattle.

MARKETS 10 August 2026

Minister called on to reconvene national fodder committee

Minister called on to reconvene national fodder committee

Ongoing dry weather is now starting to create major challenges on dairy and drystock farms across much of the country, the IFA has warned.

NEWS 10 August 2026

Share your views: what are hay and straw costing in your area?

Share your views: what are hay and straw costing in your area?

We want to hear what farmers are paying and receiving for hay and straw across the country.

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