Authorities are investigating a case following the discovery and removal of a large number of dead calves - reported to be over 270 - on a farm in Co. Galway.

According to local publication the Connacht Tribune, "over 270 dead calves have been taken from the farm".

A spokesperson for the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine told Agriland:

"The Department of Agriculture does not comment on individual cases."

Meanwhile, in relation to environmental concerns under the remit of Galway County Council, a council representative said:

"Galway County Council were made aware of an issue on a farm in North East Galway on the night of [Friday,] April 9.

"This issue was resolved on April 20, and there is no remaining environmental concern."