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Teagasc dairy conference to tackle challenges facing farm finances and grass

The day will consist of two sessions and a series of workshops. Farmers wishing to attend are encouraged to book early.

NEWS 28 October 2026

Teagasc dairy conference to tackle challenges facing farm finances and grass

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Farmers threatened on their own land as TD says trespass laws are failing

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Top 10 labour-saving ideas for dairy farms - auto-washers could save 200 hours

Top 10 labour-saving ideas for dairy farms - auto-washers could save 200 hours

DAIRY DAY 28 October 2026

Watch the safety checks to make before dipping sheep

Watch the safety checks to make before dipping sheep

Watch the safety checks to make before dipping sheep

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Farmers service the tractor but need to look after themselves too

Farmers service the tractor but need to look after themselves too

Farmers service the tractor but need to look after themselves too

NEWS 28 October 2026

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Call for energy credits as wholesale electricity prices surge by 93% in a year

Call for energy credits as wholesale electricity prices surge by 93% in a year

Wholesale electricity prices in Ireland have surged by almost 93% over the past year, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office.

NEWS 28 October 2026

Proposal to digitise blue cards faces backlash

Proposal to digitise blue cards faces backlash

Concerns that were expressed included that older farmers would not be able to use the digital system and that blue cards are essential in the working of marts.

NEWS 28 October 2026

Watch: weanling bull tops Elphin Mart show and sale at €2,700

Watch: weanling bull tops Elphin Mart show and sale at €2,700

Charolais-cross bull weanlings saw the best demand in Elphin on Monday, with over €8/kg paid for the best calves, with the top third weighing between 300kg and 400kg averaging €6.24/kg.

MARKETS 27 October 2026

New policy launched by Government sets out ‘ambitious vision’ for rural Ireland

New policy launched by Government sets out ‘ambitious vision’ for rural Ireland

A series of regional events will be held across the country over the coming months to engage directly with rural communities on the priorities and commitments set out in the new policy.

NEWS 27 October 2026

Minister's commitment to generational renewal welcomed by Macra

Minister's commitment to generational renewal welcomed by Macra

At what he descried as a “pivotal time” for generational renewal and the next generation of farmers, Minister Heydon said that he will continue to “work closely” with Macra.

NEWS 27 October 2026

Proposals to strengthen ESB powers a 'significant concern' for forest landowners

Proposals to strengthen ESB powers a 'significant concern' for forest landowners

Any forest landowner who is currently approached by ESB seeking a widening of corridors or removal of trees should be very careful, IFA farm forestry chair Padraig Stapleton cautioned.

NEWS 27 October 2026

Listen: Gardaí urge farmers to ‘think like a thief’ to protect equipment

Listen: Gardaí urge farmers to ‘think like a thief’ to protect equipment

Sergeant Fergus McGrory has urged farmers to take steps to protect their machinery and equipment as the longer winter nights increase opportunities for theft.

NEWS 27 October 2026

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Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

Bord Bia Head of Dairy David Kennedy spoke to Julian Mellentin, New Nutrition business founder, to explore the trends influencing dairy and what they could mean for Ireland’s grass-fed dairy sector.

Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

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