bluetongue

Much higher likelihood of Irish cattle being exposed to bluetongue this summer

At present, vaccination is the only evidence-based control option available to farmers now at risk of exposure.

NEWS 15 February 2026

Much higher likelihood of Irish cattle being exposed to bluetongue this summer

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ICMSA calls on Department to issue more bluetongue advice

ICMSA calls on Department to issue more bluetongue advice

NEWS 13 February 2026

Chinese market reopens for Irish livestock hides

Chinese market reopens for Irish livestock hides

NEWS 12 February 2026

Open letter to Minister Heydon

Open letter to Minister Heydon

Open letter to Minister Heydon

LETTERS 11 February 2026

Farmer Writes: €3,000 for roan heifer

Farmer Writes: €3,000 for roan heifer

Farmer Writes: €3,000 for roan heifer

FARMER WRITES 11 February 2026

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Ban on cross-border livestock trade to stay

Ban on cross-border livestock trade to stay

Regular discussions on bluetongue are taking place between department officials in both jurisdictions.

NORTHERN IRELAND 4 February 2026

China is not happening for Irish beef

China is not happening for Irish beef

Following the Taoiseach's visit to China and recent reopening of the market to Irish beef, the door has been closed again because of bluetongue.

NEWS 4 February 2026

Bluetongue and lambing – what to look out for

Bluetongue and lambing – what to look out for

The severity of disease in sheep in continental European countries means that mortality has been high but the disease can manifest in abortions and foetal deformities.

LAMBING 4 February 2026

Watch: Farm Tech Talk - bluetongue special

Watch: Farm Tech Talk - bluetongue special

In this special episode, Adam Woods is joined by Darren, Aidan and deputy chief veterinary officer Eoin Ryan to break down what Irish farmers need to know about bluetongue.

NEWS 4 February 2026

Suckler weanlings back up at €6/kg

Suckler weanlings back up at €6/kg

Adam Woods takes a look at this week’s mart trade and where beef quotes are at.

MARKETS 4 February 2026

Preparation is key for a smooth lambing

Preparation is key for a smooth lambing

Farmers discussions are currently centred on the bluetongue virus, weather and sheep prices but sight must not be lost of preparations for lambing

LAMBING 4 February 2026

UFU man sums up advice on bluetongue

UFU man sums up advice on bluetongue

The deputy president of the UFU, Glenn Cuddy handed out some good advice to his fellow farmers.

DEALER 4 February 2026

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A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

Bord Bia addresses the concerns and misinformation that have been raised in recent weeks.

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

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