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Slurry can boost growth once it rains, says Teagasc

The latest Teagasc figures estimate that average grass growth rates across most of Leinster will not hit the 35kg DM/ha/day required for nutrient application next week.

NEWS 26 August 2026

Slurry can boost growth once it rains, says Teagasc

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'The Blonde went looking for a bull - and brought everyone with her'

'The Blonde went looking for a bull - and brought everyone with her'

FARMER WRITES 12 August 2026

Overview report for 46 catchments due next month

Overview report for 46 catchments due next month

NEWS 5 August 2026

Slurry paper acres must stop, says UFU

Slurry paper acres must stop, says UFU

Slurry paper acres must stop, says UFU

NORTHERN IRELAND 29 July 2026

DAERA rules out LESSE grants for large farms

DAERA rules out LESSE grants for large farms

DAERA rules out LESSE grants for large farms

NORTHERN IRELAND 29 July 2026

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How to prepare for your county council water quality inspection

How to prepare for your county council water quality inspection

The EPA was assigned an enhanced enforcement role to oversee local authority water quality inspections under the Water Action Plan in 2024, in an aim to strengthen inspections.

NEWS 15 July 2026

300 free places available in farm safety training programme

300 free places available in farm safety training programme

The free programme is open to all farming generations, and covers topics such as chainsaw and quad bike operations, slurry safety and livestock handling

NEWS 15 July 2026

Farm inspections by local authorities up 66% in 2025

Farm inspections by local authorities up 66% in 2025

Farm inspection and enforcement activity increased significantly in 2025 under the national agricultural inspection programme, according to the EPA.

NEWS 15 July 2026

Sheep farmers upbeat on lamb prices amid drought pressures

Sheep farmers upbeat on lamb prices amid drought pressures

Grass will be getting scarce in the next few days and weeks on sheep farms if the dry weather continues, which will increase the need to feed silage and concentrates.

NEWS 15 July 2026

Grant funds driven by LESSE demand

Grant funds driven by LESSE demand

DAERA has clarified how LESSE will be assessed separately from other eligible items.

NORTHERN IRELAND 15 July 2026

SlurryKat launches new Farmline slurry tanker range

SlurryKat launches new Farmline slurry tanker range

SlurryKat has launched a new Farmline tanker range, developed as a standardised tanker solution available in capacities from 1,350 to 2,500 gallons.

NEWS 15 July 2026

Vervaet unveils new Hydro Trike 3.0

Vervaet unveils new Hydro Trike 3.0

Vervaet is launching the new third-generation Hydro Trike self-propelled slurry applicator which sees more tank capacity, a stronger drivetrain, increased lift capacity, new tyre options and new cab.

NEWS 15 July 2026

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Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

The winner of the 2026 Kinisla Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards was announced at a ceremony in Limerick, on Tuesday.

Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

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