Sustainability
Siobhán Walsh on 13 Apr 2021
Pesticide residue levels safe in EU - EFSA
The EFSA has suggested that the number of samples taken on different commodities be revisited.
Stephen Robb on 11 Apr 2021
Arable April: 10 years of precision nitrogen application in Waterford
Cappoquin Estate tillage manager John Collins has been to the forefront of precision nitrogen application for a decade, writes Stephen Robb.
Katriona Kinsella on 09 Apr 2021
In Pictures: Arable April kicks off across the country
Be in with a chance of winning a Sencrop Raincrop connected rain gauge and a year's subscription to their mobile application by sending in your Arable April photos.
Siobhán Walsh on 09 Apr 2021
How much is carbon costing in the EU?
In January of this year, the EU Emissions Trading System went over €30/t and the market hit a high in March climbing over €43/t.
Phelim O'Neill on 08 Apr 2021
Mercosur trade deal edging forward
A deal has been agreed for almost two years, but the ratification process still has long way to go.
Siobhán Walsh on 07 Apr 2021
Keep an eye out for flora and fauna
Keep an eye out for these wildlife events and input them into the maps on the National Biodiversity Centre's website.
Siobhán Walsh on 07 Apr 2021
Lime: a cheap and simple way to optimise fertiliser use
Correct soil pH is essential for a well functioning soil. On grassland lime can be applied at any time of the year.
Lorcan Allen on 07 Apr 2021
Dairygold records strong underlying performance for 2020
Despite the significant disruption caused by COVID-19 last year, Dairygold recorded a strong underlying performance in its core dairy business, writes Lorcan Allen.
The Dealer on 07 Apr 2021
Microsoft founder has enough land to fill Longford
The co-founder of Microsoft is said to have a big interest in sustainable farming and biofuels.
Contributor on 07 Apr 2021
Huge potential in gene editing for Irish agriculture
Ireland and EU players should use the EU study on New Genomic Techniques to promote the technologies for the advancement of agriculture, environment, and medicines, writes Dr Thomas McLoughlin*.
Siobhán Walsh on 02 Apr 2021
Carbon emissions of livestock declining 'under the radar'
Locally-sourced protein was a key part of emissions reduction in this study, along with advancements in animal breeding.
Stephen Robb on 01 Apr 2021
Arable April to showcase the best of the tillage industry
A month-long initiative, Arable April, will showcase the best of the Irish tillage industry.
Siobhán Walsh on 31 Mar 2021
Climate bill: do we have the research needed to reach the targets?
The focus needs to turn to measuring the emissions being offset as well as reducing overall emissions, writes Siobhán Walsh.
Siobhán Walsh on 31 Mar 2021
Multiple species and multiple benefits
Many farmers are looking at way to reduce nitrogen inputs. Multi-species swards can also have a positive effect on soil health and drought tolerance.
Siobhán Walsh on 31 Mar 2021
Focus on soil health in the Kingdom
Soil pH is one of the most important elements of soil health to get right and it’s essential to fit liming into the schedule throughout the year where needed.
Aidan Brennan on 31 Mar 2021
Watch back: IFJ fertiliser webinar
The Irish Farmers Journal hosted a special webinar on fertiliser, with advice from Journal and Teagasc specialists on understanding the language around rates, guidelines for silage and grazing.
Niall Hurson on 26 Mar 2021
Climate bill will fail both farmers and the environment - Sinn Féin
Sinn Féin has said reducing the number of suckler cows while facilitating the intensification of feedlot production would be ‘utterly pointless’.
Justin McCarthy on 24 Mar 2021
Editorial: Irish agriculture approaching an important crossroads
For as long as we allow agriculture to be viewed as a core part of the environmental problem then the future of our national livestock herd remains under threat.
Siobhán Walsh on 24 Mar 2021
Fodder crop agreements: drawing up a contract
Many farmers feeding fodder crops like maize and beet enter into agreements where a tillage farmer grows a fodder crop for the livestock farmer.
Niall Hurson on 22 Mar 2021
Commission proposes new grass-fed standard for beef
The absence of key marketing standards was highlighted at a recent meeting of agri MEPs.