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Make grazing decisions based on growth rate

There are substantial differences in growth rate between farms this week so measure grass supply before deciding what to do next.

GRASS & FEEDING 26 August 2026

Make grazing decisions based on growth rate

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Weekend weather: highest temperatures of 19°C in largely dry conditions

Weekend weather: highest temperatures of 19°C in largely dry conditions

NEWS 21 August 2026

All farmers urged to complete fodder budget as drought bites

All farmers urged to complete fodder budget as drought bites

NEWS 12 August 2026

Weather so varied but we’re all facing hurdles

Weather so varied but we’re all facing hurdles

Weather so varied but we’re all facing hurdles

NEWS 22 July 2026

On-farm auction of 600 hay bales in Wexford

On-farm auction of 600 hay bales in Wexford

On-farm auction of 600 hay bales in Wexford

NEWS 20 July 2026

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Farmer Writes: no shortage of grass

Farmer Writes: no shortage of grass

The paddocks are already a week later than I would like, and quality will only deteriorate further if they are left standing.

FARMER WRITES 8 October 2025

Calculating straw requirements this winter period

Calculating straw requirements this winter period

Even with straw supplies and quality being good this year, straw in the shed is like money in the bank, writes Martin Merrick.

WINTER FEED 8 October 2025

How much meal do weanlings need?

How much meal do weanlings need?

Adam Woods takes a look at feeding weanlings this winter to optimise liveweight gain.

MARKETS 8 October 2025

Winter feeding period critical for weight gains

Winter feeding period critical for weight gains

Adam Woods takes a look at what’s inside this week’s special winter-feeding focus.

GRASS & FEEDING 8 October 2025

Balancing concentrates with silage quality and target gains

Balancing concentrates with silage quality and target gains

Martin Merrick reports from the recent farm walk hosted by Future Beef farmer John Barry where prepping for winter was the topic of the day.

WINTER FEED 8 October 2025

Good times in drystock can’t leave tillage behind

Good times in drystock can’t leave tillage behind

While good prices are seen across the dairy, beef and sheep sectors, we can’t forget the importance of supporting our tillage sector, writes Martin Merrick.

WINTER FEED 8 October 2025

‘Exceptional’ weight gains on Foyle beef unit

‘Exceptional’ weight gains on Foyle beef unit

An annual open day was held on the Foyle finishing unit in Co Tyrone last Friday.

WINTER FEED 8 October 2025

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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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