Tillage
Stephen Robb on 28 Jul 2021
Potato-based beer, protein and milk alternative launched
The humble potato has been given a new lease of life as new spud-based beer, protein and milk alternative have been launched.
Andy Doyle on 26 Jul 2021
Inland fish farming at Murray Cod Farm in New South Wales
Fish farming would seem an unlikely activity for an agronomist working quite far inland in New South Wales.
Ellen Durkin on 25 Jul 2021
Farmer views: how harvest 2021 is progressing around the country
Lower straw yields than expected are being reported in some parts of the country so far this harvest, Ellen Durkin reports.
Ellen Durkin on 25 Jul 2021
Average debt on Irish farms of almost €60,000 in 2020
The National Farm Survey shows that overall debt on Irish farms declined on average in 2020.
Niall Hurson on 23 Jul 2021
‘Perfect year’ for winter barley at Coolmore with yield of 4t/ac
Coolmore hopes to complete the winter barley harvest by Tuesday 27 July, before the weather is expected to break.
Gary Abbott on 22 Jul 2021
Top tips to keep your machinery running cool this harvest
Gary Abbott offers readers some tips and advice on how to help keep machines running cool this harvest and help prevent the risk of unwanted disasters during the current dry spell.
Stephen Robb on 21 Jul 2021
No clear plan for carbon farming
Minister Eamon Ryan has said he plans to pay farmers for carbon, but lack of clarity still surrounds how this will be achieved, writes Stephen Robb and Siobhán Walsh.
Andy Doyle on 21 Jul 2021
Favourable start to winter barley harvest
Winter barley yields are generally better than last year, but there is considerable variability between regions.
Siobhán Walsh on 21 Jul 2021
Cover crops: what are the options?
Catch crops have many advantages. They can really improve soil health on farms and can sequester carbon from the atmosphere.
Siobhán Walsh on 21 Jul 2021
Watch: maize plastic ban – what’s the alternative?
Maize plastic in its current form was banned with the plastic straw and cutlery, but compostable alternatives are on the way.
Farmers Journal on 21 Jul 2021
Comment: what the national farm survey means for your sector
The Irish Farmers Journal's specialist livestock and tillage team takes a look at the National Farm Survey and what it means for your sector.
Andy Doyle on 21 Jul 2021
Tillage Management: harvesting ease in hot dry conditions
The recent spell of hot dry weather has kick started winter barley harvest right across the country.
Stephen Robb on 21 Jul 2021
IFA potato report: high temperatures bring crop development to a standstill
IFA potato report 21 July 2021
Stephen Robb on 21 Jul 2021
From the Tramlines: Crops ripening quickly in the sun
Stephen Robb talks to growers from counties Kerry, Wexford and Down, where crops are coming in quickly thanks to the high temperatures and sunshine.
Andy Doyle on 21 Jul 2021
Grain Trends: prices rally again on weather support
Changed weather conditions act to pressure wheat supply and support prices.
Ellen Durkin on 21 Jul 2021
Harvesting in a heatwave: tips for staying safe
Acting chief fire officer of Carlow County Fire and Rescue Service Liam Carroll details how farmers can avoid machinery fires this harvest season.
Stephen Robb on 21 Jul 2021
Watch: tools to aid spraying decisions for BYDV prevention
New towers have been erected across the country to collect aphids and gather data to help make better informed management decisions.
Niall Hurson on 20 Jul 2021
Brand new harvester and 30ac of winter barley destroyed in blaze
The Claas Lexion 6600 had just 11 hours on the clock when the blaze broke out.
Stephen Robb on 20 Jul 2021
Watch: think IPM when it comes to disease control in winter wheat
Siobhan Walsh talks to Teagasc’s Steven Kildea about the importance of integrated pest management practices when protecting your winter wheat crops.
Caitríona Morrissey on 18 Jul 2021
Harvest 2021: share your photos here
The Irish Farmers Journal will publish the best photos online and in this week’s paper.