Grain
Ellen Durkin on 25 Jul 2021
Farmer views: how harvest 2021 is progressing around the country
Lower straw yields than expected are being reported in some parts of the country so far this harvest, Ellen Durkin reports.
Stephen Robb on 21 Jul 2021
From the Tramlines: Crops ripening quickly in the sun
Stephen Robb talks to growers from counties Kerry, Wexford and Down, where crops are coming in quickly thanks to the high temperatures and sunshine.
Gerald Potterton on 21 Jul 2021
Farmer Writes: 310 years of harvesting in Rathcormick
This year's harvest for Gerald Potterton will be a long drawn-out affair, even with good weather, just like it was in 1710.
Niall Hurson on 19 Jul 2021
Grain growers advised to shop around for best price
The IGG group has advised growers to explore all options when sourcing the best price for their supply this year.
Kieran Mailey on 14 Jul 2021
Growers set for bumper harvest
Prices for dried grain look set to be significantly up on those paid in 2020.
Pat O'Toole on 14 Jul 2021
Combines at the ready as harvest begins
With the first cutting about to begin, optimism surrounds crop yield and quality, with decent price expectations.
Stephen Robb on 04 Jul 2021
Winter barley harvest under way in France
The European winter barley harvest has kicked off but markets have come under pressure due to the arrival of wet weather.
Stephen Robb on 30 Jun 2021
From the Tramlines: winter barley harvest to be later than normal
Stephen Robb talks to growers from counties Derry, Meath and Cork where crops are developing well. The countdown is on to the winter barley harvest which is likely to be later than normal
Stephen Robb on 29 Jun 2021
Growers facing critical shortage of propionic acid
Propionic acid, commonly known as propcorn, is a widely used grain preservative but growers and merchants have been warned to expect shortages this season.
Tommy Moyles on 09 Jun 2021
200,000t of grain storage hits the market in the UK
An opportunity to acquire 200,000t worth of grain storage across Scotland and the north of England ahead of the 2021 harvest has come up.
Gary Abbott on 09 Jun 2021
Hardi sprayer the edge for Wexford farmer
Gary Abbott caught up father and son duo Philip and Francis Kehoe to find out how their Hardi Commander Twin Force air assisted sprayer is performing and why this concept suits the business
Andy Doyle on 02 Jun 2021
Oat crops badly hit by spring weather and husbandry
Some combinations of growth regulation, temperature and stem development stage have resulted in a severe abnormality in some oat crops, with inevitable yield consequences.
Noel Bardon on 02 Jun 2021
IFA calls for 'proper labelling' of livestock rations
The IFA wants to see producers increase the amount of information provided to farmers on feed labels.
Siobhán Walsh on 20 May 2021
Farm launches Offaly good oat drink
The Lynams use locally-grown oats to produce the product, which will be available in the shops this week.
Barry Cassidy on 19 May 2021
Global trade for beef, lamb, milk and grain on fire
Farmgate prices for beef, lamb, milk, and grain are outperforming last year by up to 20%, and more in some cases.
Phelim O'Neill on 19 May 2021
Sanitiser contributes to ClonBio profit increase
ClonBio's Hungarian subsidiary delivers strong performance as former Bank of Ireland chief executive is appointed chair.
Andy Doyle on 03 May 2021
Structuring a large export industry
The large tower and bunker grain stores operated by CBN in Western Australia are indicative of an industry that is largely geared for export.
Stephen Robb on 27 Apr 2021
Dry weather in the driving seat as grain markets remain strong
Dry weather concerns continue to drive grain market this week, writes Stephen Robb.
Katriona Kinsella on 23 Apr 2021
In pictures: Arable April across the island of Ireland
Be in with a chance of winning a Sencrop Raincrop connected rain gauge and a year's subscription to their mobile application by sending in your Arable April photos.
Darren Carty on 21 Apr 2021
Building a grain store under TAMS
The acceptance of grant aid for construction of a grain store means the building must be erected in accordance with Department of Agriculture building specifications.