Inputs
Justin McCarthy on 24 Nov 2021
Editorial: will record output prices deliver a profit for farmers?
The worst implications of the lack of fertiliser might not come home to roost until next winter.
Declan O'Brien on 10 Nov 2021
Surging input costs to slash profit on farms next year – ifac
Increased fertiliser and feed prices will hit cash surpluses in livestock and tillage operations.
on 03 Nov 2021
How farmers are reducing their emissions
Bord Bia audits can help farmers reduce emissions and Teagasc signpost farms demonstrate what is being achieved.
Stephen Robb on 13 Oct 2021
Nine start-ups selected for UCD agtech programme
Stephen Robb profiles the nine start-up companies selected to take part in UCD’s new AgTechUCD Agccelerator Programme.
Ellen Durkin on 07 Sep 2021
EU transparency rules must tackle 'margin mystery' on food prices – ICMSA
The ICMSA has welcomed the announcement by the Minister on the signing into law of EU market transparency rules.
Amy Forde on 18 Aug 2021
Fertiliser prices up over 23% on last year – CSO
Prices for all farm inputs have increased on last year, with electricity prices up 9.6% and fuel costs up almost 20%.
Noel Bardon on 30 Jul 2021
Improved soil fertility saved €25/ha in IFA Smart Farming project
Improving soil fertility has been identified as the most significant cost-saving measure in the IFA-led Smart Farming initiative.
Contributor on 30 Jun 2021
Managing winter rye as interest in the crop increases
We have relatively little Irish research on winter rye husbandry but we do know that modern varieties have high yield potential, writes Richie Hackett.
Kieran Mailey on 30 Jun 2021
UK dairy farmers keeping yields up
The latest Kingshay dairy costings report shows milk yields are continuing to rise in Britain
Andy Doyle on 28 Jun 2021
A different set of rules for potato production
Two crops of potatoes in the same year and sometimes back to back to back on the same ground made for an interesting conversation with Lachlan Hauser.
Kieran Mailey on 23 Jun 2021
Beef farmers lagging behind with benchmarking
Ulster Bank's Cormac McKervey pointed out that the report could be used to highlight the need for investment on the farm.u
Darren Carty on 26 May 2021
Steel and timber prices up 20% to 30%
The coronavirus pandemic is the main factor responsible for a shortage in the supply of numerous raw materials, leading to significant price increases.
on 20 Apr 2021
Beef farmers need €5/kg to cover escalating costs - ICSA
Increases in the cost of inputs and a sustained price differential mean beef farmers need €5/kg in order to to remain viable, according to the ICSA.
Contributor on 14 Apr 2021
Last year was good – this year will be very different as costs rise
Maize and soya beans had a good year in the US in 2020 but the resultant increase in input costs do not bode well for this and coming years, writes Kevin Rosenbohm from Missouri.
Kieran Mailey on 17 Mar 2021
NI Sheep Programme: lowland flocks benefit from higher prices in 2020
Higher lamb prices in 2020 and focussing on grass finishing helped increase gross margins for the lowland farms in the NI Sheep Programme last year.
Stephen Robb on 16 Mar 2021
New fixed-wing crop drone launched
SenseFly has launched a new fixed-wing drone which could allow farmers to scout up to 1,236ac in 90 minutes.
Kieran Mailey on 13 Mar 2021
Beef management: five tips for buying grazing stores
With buyers looking for store cattle to graze and finish, outlined are some tips to keep in mind when purchasing animals.
Kieran Mailey on 10 Mar 2021
Key lessons from BETTER Farm NI programme
With GM/ha rising by £401/ha during the BETTER Farm NI programme, Kieran Mailey outlines the key lessons learned that drive profitability.
Kieran Mailey on 10 Mar 2021
Focus on efficiency lifts GM/ha by 67% in Northern Ireland
As the BETTER Farm NI programme reaches its conclusion, Kieran Mailey outlines what it delivered for the farmers involved
Letters to the Editor on 03 Mar 2021
Letter: time for a change in the business model of farming
"The unique business model within farm production requires restructuring" - Martin Mc Garry, Farmer, Sligo.