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New Irish ration hits the market

A new Irish ration has hit the market as a private merchant tries to support the tillage sector and promote Irish grain.

NEWS 25 September 2025

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Over 20,000 apply for beef welfare scheme

Over 20,000 apply for beef welfare scheme

SCHEMES 24 September 2025

One in 16 clear herds go down with TB in last 12 months

One in 16 clear herds go down with TB in last 12 months

NEWS 24 September 2025

TB reactor numbers show signs of steadying

TB reactor numbers show signs of steadying

TB reactor numbers show signs of steadying

NEWS 24 September 2025

‘Temporary backlog’ in TB compensation payments is now clear, says Department

‘Temporary backlog’ in TB compensation payments is now clear, says Department

‘Temporary backlog’ in TB compensation payments is now clear, says Department

NEWS 24 September 2025

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End of an era- Kverneland stops production of the Vicon ‘wagtail’ spreader

End of an era- Kverneland stops production of the Vicon ‘wagtail’ spreader

With more than 1,000,000 units produced across its 67 years production period, Kverneland has brought the production of the wagtail spreader to an end.

NEWS 10 September 2025

Beef factories must reflect improving market conditions – IFA

Beef factories must reflect improving market conditions – IFA

The beef chair stated that farmers should not be misled by unfounded negativity from factory agents or attempts to lower quotes.

NEWS 10 September 2025

Irish grain reducing the carbon footprint from dairy and beef

Irish grain reducing the carbon footprint from dairy and beef

Increasing Irish grain in animal feed can significantly reduce the carbon output of the beef and dairy industry here

NEWS 10 September 2025

Slipping suckler numbers cause concern in Clare

Slipping suckler numbers cause concern in Clare

Calf births are tracking 55,000 head behind where they were last year, as cow numbers are tightening in both the beef and dairy sectors.

NEWS 10 September 2025

Farmer jailed for failing to TB test cattle

Farmer jailed for failing to TB test cattle

The farmer was jailed for five months for failing to TB test his cattle and fined €6,000 for failing to dispose of carcases on his land.

NEWS 10 September 2025

New MyAgFood.ie platform offers valuable management tools

New MyAgFood.ie platform offers valuable management tools

New features include a designated scheme portal, an instant overview of animal numbers for beef or dairy, projected nitrates figures and upcoming animal testing information.

SCHEMES 10 September 2025

AHI urges caution as BVD eradication efforts progress ‘quickly’

AHI urges caution as BVD eradication efforts progress ‘quickly’

BVD was detected in around 0.3% of herds so far this year, which is down significantly since compulsory testing began in 2013.

NEWS 10 September 2025

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Managing Farm Finances in shifting markets

Farmers have always been susceptible to shifting market prices, changing policies, and unpredictable weather. These external factors constantly reshape the financial landscape.

Managing Farm Finances in shifting markets

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