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Organic farmers eligible for new sheep welfare scheme
Darren Carty
There were some concerns from farmers that the actions included would not be amenable to organic farmers but certification bodies have dispelled such fears.
17 April 2024 News
Dog attack kills 10 sheep in Tipperary
A Tipperary farmer has lost 10 sheep after two dogs attacked and killed them, costing him €2,000.
30 March 2024 News
‘Heat-resistant’ cattle breed could offer climate change solutions - UCD
Criollo cattle breeds could now offer a solution to the challenges poised by climate change, according to new research.
ICOS calls for suspension of farm inspections amid weather crisis
Highlighting the 'dire weather situation' ICOS has called for a range of support measures for farmers.
29 March 2024 News
Investigation into calf welfare breaches ongoing
The footage, published by RTÉ in July of 2023, shows serious breaches of animal welfare rules at a number of Irish marts.
27 March 2024 News
Does Irish farming need a new advocate?
With Agri Aware, the NDC, Bord Bia and Meat and Dairy Facts already on the pitch, why are there talks around setting up a separate grouping to present the truth around farming to the public?
27 March 2024 Dealer
Calf exports to Netherlands 'a challenge'
The Netherlands has appointed a new ambassador to Ireland. Aidan Brennan interviewed Maaike van Koldam
27 March 2024 News
Power of meat in the USA
Meat consumption in US remains robust with biggest threat coming from cost of living crisis, not meat substitute products
22 March 2024 News
What farmers need to know about sustainability
Bord Bia agri sustainability manager Rory Mannion explains the courses it offers to help farmers learn about the different elements of sustainability.
14 March 2024 Advertisers' anouncements
Dairy beef sector to be examined in detail in national farm survey
The move is to monitor the dairy beef sector's annual financial and technical situation.
8 March 2024 News
Farmer and Department inspector fined over €50,000 for ‘neglect’ of animals
The court heard that dead sheep and lambs were found "stacked in a pyramid" shape on the accused's farm.
6 March 2024 News
Department investigating alleged animal welfare breaches on pig farms
The National Animal Rights Association (NARA) investigated two Irish pig farms during January this year.
5 March 2024 News