Niamh Murphy speaks to Matthew Ryan, who has no regrets about taking the road less travelled to veterinary.
Changes to rules for learner drivers to come into effect from Sunday
Higher farmer animal collection fees on cards to end knackeries dispute
Up to 120 poultry farms may face new EU permit rules
Cattle housed on Tullamore Farm
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Post-Brexit trade deals continue to impact the mix of foreign beef imported into the UK market.
Reduced demand from Spain and bluetongue restrictions in the Polish market have resulted in the number of calves sold from the country being 20% behind figures compared to the first quarter in 2025.
With six production facilities in four countries, Gary Abbott recently visited Joskin's headquarters in Soumagne, Belgium, and production and galvanising facility in Trzcianka, in northwest Poland.
Bluetongue restrictions have shut down Poland as an outlet for Irish calves but efforts are underway to see if it can be reopened.
Adam Woods reports from last week’s Bord Bia meat marketing seminar in Laois.
Calf exports hit record highs in 2025 as strong demand from the continent drove trade. The Netherlands and Spain were the largest outlets for Irish calves reports Tommy Moyles.
Trioliet opens UK parts distribution centre in Birmingham for the supply of spare parts within mainland UK.
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