Dairy
Dairy advice: Ensuring your fodder supplies last the winter
Although the good back end to the year has seen somewhat of a relief to fodder supplies across the country,...
Fodder
Tillage
Straw Incorporation Measure payments worth €4.8 million announced
Payments worth €4.8 million have commenced issuing to farmers today (Wednesday, December 11) under the Straw Incorporation Measure (SIM). Payments...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Beef
Research: 'Early warning system' for fodder crises needed
New research funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has looked into the various factors which contribute to fodder crises...
Dairy
What is your winter feed supply looking like?
Winter feed supply may look scarce on many farms, as grass growth was far from satisfactory throughout the summer months...
Rural Life
INHFA: 'Fodder support scheme' needed in Budget 2025
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association (INHFA) today (Monday, September 30) urged the government to introduce a fodder support...
Beef
62% of farms have fully secured their winter feed
A recent survey has offered an insight into the fodder stocks on Irish drystock and dairy farms as the winter...
Dairy
Weather will allow for a potential final cut of silage this week
Many farmers chose to spread fertiliser after their last cut of silage in late July or early August in order...
Agri-Business
Exclusive: FCI survey warns of fodder shortage on many farms
71% of agricultural contractors believe that there will be shortage of fodder on many Irish farms this winter, according to...
Sponsored
Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Beef News
Watch: 'Responsibility on every farmer to have enough fodder'
There is “a responsibility on every farmer to try and ensure he has enough fodder in the yard for the...
Agri-Business
Teagasc advises farmers to review fodder requirements
Teagasc has advised farmers to ensure fodder requirements are in place in the coming weeks ahead of winter this year....
CAP / Schemes
What conditions apply to the Baling Assistance Payment Scheme?
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue has today (Wednesday, July 31) officially launched the new Baling Assistance...
CAP / Schemes
DAFM outlines further details on new straw baling scheme
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has released further information about the new scheme for baling straw...
Dairy
Silage: Will a third cut be required this year?
There is no doubt that 2024 has been a tough year for growing grass and producing milk. Many farmers are...
Agri Politics
INHFA commends minister for decision on straw measure
The Irish Natura Hill Farmers’ Association (INHFA) has commended Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue for his...
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RDS Announces Opening of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards
In its sixth year, the RDS Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards celebrates the work of individuals, farming families and...
Beef
Light second cut: Mow now or wait for crop to bulk up?
One of the main talking points among farmers last month was the poor grass growth levels and the noticeably lower...
Tillage
Suspension of Straw Incorporation Measure for 2024 proposed
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue has today (Wednesday, July 17), announced his intention to seek a...
Dairy
Optimising fertiliser usage during a poor grass growing year
Optimising your fertiliser usage during this slow grass growing season is crucial, as PastureBase Ireland figures have shown that grass...
Dairy
NFFSC: Up to 30% of farms report significant winter feed deficits
Up to 30% of farms across both dairy and drystock enterprises are currently reporting significant winter feed deficits, the National...