Manure
Aidan Brennan on 11 Oct 2021
Dairy management: last chance for slurry
The closed period for spreading slurry commences this coming Friday 15 October.
Amy Forde on 06 Sep 2021
Widescale production of biochar in Ireland needed - IrBEA
Biochar is a carbon-based product, which is created when rushes, scrub and other material are fed into a machine and converted to an advanced form of charcoal.
Noel Bardon on 25 Aug 2021
Deadline nearing for farmers to use online slurry movement portal
Farmers are being reminded to access the Department’s online system for recording organic fertiliser movements from their holding.
James Strain on 10 Aug 2021
Farmer Writes: trials and tribulations of trying to spread slurry
Between slurry tanker problems and prior engagements, slurry spreading on James Strain's farm last week was very stop-start.
Aidan Brennan on 21 Jul 2021
Will milk be the byproduct of manure?
Aidan Brennan looks at the implications of big biogas plants on dairy farms in the US and discusses a new biogas project being planned for Tipperary.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 21 Jun 2021
Report: CAP has not made farming more climate friendly
The European Court of Auditors has raised a number of concerns that the next CAP will not help farmers to meet climate targets.
Niall Hurson on 17 Jun 2021
‘Obvious system failures’ in Department slurry movement portal - IFA
The IFA has called for a transitional period allowing for both online and paper recording to be implemented.
Caitríona Morrissey on 07 May 2021
Methane reduction is most cost-effective way to cut global warming – UN
A new United Nations report highlights the three areas where methane can be cut to reduce further global warming: fossil fuels, waste and agriculture.
Barry Cassidy on 25 Mar 2021
Deadline for derogation applications extended to mid-April
The deadline to submit an application for a nitrates derogation has been extended by the Department of Agriculture.
Kieran Mailey on 27 Jan 2021
BETTER Farm NI: top tips for spreading slurry
Nitrogen prices are on the rise and with the window opening for slurry spreading from 1 Februray, Kieran Mailey outlined some tips to get the most from early fertiliser applications.
Niall Hurson on 27 Jan 2021
Applications open for nitrates derogation 2021
Farmers who applied for a derogation last year are reminded they must submit fertiliser accounts for 2020.
Amy Forde on 08 Jan 2021
More measures needed to cut EU ammonia emissions - Commission
As part of the European Commission’s second clean air outlook, the Commission has said that the CAP will have “a crucial role to play” when it comes to cutting air pollution from farming.
Niall Hurson on 27 Nov 2020
Updated N and P statements to end of October now available
Farmers at risk of exceeding their nitrates organic nitrogen and phosphorus levels need to keep track of output levels.
Barry Cassidy on 20 Nov 2020
Agricultural emissions fall by 4% in 2019
Agricultural was one of three sectors to make a significant contribution in lowering Ireland's total greenhouse gas emissions last year.
Andy Doyle on 11 Nov 2020
The challenges of ammonia loss from agriculture
Ammonia loss is a new challenge for agriculture and which is arising from all types of livestock and especially the storage and handling of manures.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 28 Oct 2020
Mayo firm set to further ‘Spread’ its wings
Peter Thomas Keaveney travelled to Agri-Spread HQ in Mayo to take a look at the firm’s very first Pro-Plus vertical beater rear discharge spreader to come off the production line.
Niall Hurson on 07 Oct 2020
Closed period for slurry spreading approaching
The spreading of slurry or farmyard manure is prohibited after 14 October.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 07 Oct 2020
Agri-Spread appoints two new Irish dealers
Agri-Spread International has just announced the appointment of two new dealers in Ireland. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
Andy Doyle on 19 Aug 2020
Preparing for a new cropping season
While harvest is really only getting going, the planting season for winter oilseed rape is with us once again.
Barry Cassidy on 29 Jul 2020
Slurry changes could affect agriculture emissions
There has been an increase in the number of Irish farmers managing their manure in a way that reduces emissions over the last 15 years.