Livestock
Amy Forde on 04 Aug 2021
Training schemes for farmers and advisers in next CAP
This will include training in the new agri-environmental scheme and will see farmers taught about the Green Architecture of the CAP.
Shane Murphy on 04 Aug 2021
Powerpack takes pole placings in Tullow
The South of Ireland Hampshire Down Sheep Breeders pre-sale show was dominated by the Powerpack flock based in Co Limerick.
Phelim O'Neill on 04 Aug 2021
Australian herd at a 35-year low
Rebuilding of cattle heard and sheep flock in Australia means tight supply at present in Australia but this will change over next couple of years.
Adam Woods on 28 Jul 2021
Beef Trends: factories fail in attempt to pull price
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including this week’s factory quotes for finished cattle.
Farmers Journal on 28 Jul 2021
Watch back: breeding export weanlings webinar
The Irish Farmers Journal will host a live webinar on Thursday 29 July at 8pm from the farm of Nicholas Bergin, Roscrea, Co Tipperary, on breeding export-type weanlings.
Jack Kennedy on 25 Jul 2021
Chinese dairy company building 100,000-cow unit
Dairy farmers are increasingly restricted as the public is being turned against livestock farming, yet development continues in other countries.
Niall Hurson on 21 Jul 2021
Two cattle drown in bog hole following dog attack
The ICSA has called for tougher livestock protection legislation to be introduced to combat the “ongoing scourge” of dog attacks.
David Wright on 21 Jul 2021
£12m for second tranche of Tier 2
Expressions of interest in the scheme must be submitted by 13 August 2021.
Amy Forde on 21 Jul 2021
Farm safety tips for your farm from a young farmer
Zurich Farm Insurance Ambassador David Russell shares his top safety tips for all farmers.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 20 Jul 2021
High temperature orange warning issued
Farmers are advised to get the sunscreen out as temperatures are set to reach up to 30°C.
Pat O'Toole on 17 Jul 2021
Opinion: This is my truth, tell me yours
Unconscious bias means the dialogue about the future of farming needs to be conducted with great care.
Adam Woods on 17 Jul 2021
Keeping children safe on farms this summer
Adam Woods has a few tips on keeping children safe on farms this summer.
Darren Carty on 14 Jul 2021
Slurry storage topping reader queries
This week, we address some common questions readers have raised in recent weeks with many of these relating to the review of Ireland’s Nitrates Action Programme and slurry storage.
Shane Murphy on 14 Jul 2021
Take care when loading and unloading cattle
When loading and unloading cattle for transport, some key points need to be looks at to ensure safety for all.
Adam Woods on 14 Jul 2021
Beef Trends: kill up on back of factory demand
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef prices, including factory quotes for finished stock.
Adam Woods on 14 Jul 2021
Farm Safety: make one change to your farm next week
Adam Woods takes a look at this week’s farm safety focus and urges farmers to keep safety to the top of the agenda, not just next week but every week.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 13 Jul 2021
Electric cars key to reducing rural emissions
Transport accounts for just over 20% of emissions, according to the EPA.
Amy Forde on 09 Jul 2021
Commissioner keen for animal welfare eco scheme measures in Ireland
“My personal intention is to increase the expenditure for animal welfare," the Commissioner has said.
Shane Murphy on 07 Jul 2021
Are you Ireland’s best young stockperson?
A new all-Ireland competition has been launched for young stock men and women with a prize fund of €5,000.
Gary Abbott on 07 Jul 2021
In Pictures: strong demand for used kit continues
With 443 lots up for grabs, trade remained strong at Hennessy Auctioneers' most recent online machinery auction with a reported 90% clearance rate achieved on the day.