Beef
Bailey's Red Ladies Online Limousin Sale kicks off
A limousin herd which was established in 1998 by Tom Bailey, is the focus of an online sale which includes...
Heifers
Beef
Mart report: General cattle sale at Cashel Mart
Cashel Mart in Co. Tipperary hosted its weekly general cattle sale on Saturday, May 11. Speaking to Agriland after the...
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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...
Dairy
What to consider for diet of maiden heifers around breeding
With many farmers still unable to get housed stock back onto grass due to the prolonged spell of wet weather...
Beef
Bullocks over 500kg average €2.94/kg at Ballinrobe Mart
Ballinrobe Mart in Co. Mayo hosted its weekly general cattle sale on Wednesday, February 21, with the average price for...
Beef
Cull dairy cows driving rise in factory cattle supply numbers
The Irish factory cattle supply has increased by 9,500 head to date this year, according to figures from the Department...
Dairy Technical
Nitrates derogation: Question all stock on your farm
Around 3,000 farmers are facing into reducing organic nitrogen stocking rates to be compliant with the changes in the maximum...
Agri-Business
Beef Focus revisited: Modern pedigree Charolais operation in Cavan
Earlier this year, Agriland paid a visit to a pedigree Charolais herd located on the Cavan-Meath border, near the shores of Lough...
Beef Technical
Special springer sale set for Tuam Mart on Monday
Located in Tuam, Co. Galway, the Connolly family farm is set to offer a total of 72 in-calf suckler-bred heifers...
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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
Beef kill: Highest weekly throughput of steers so far this year
The week ending September 24, 2023, has seen the highest number of steers slaughtered in a single week so far...
Dairy Technical
Should you be looking at contract rearing your heifers?
Contract rearing heifers has become quite popular with many dairy farmers. The concept is quite simple: Replacement heifers leave a...
Rural Life
Heifer rescued from Lough Derg by scuba diving club
A heifer has been rescued by a scuba diving and voluntary search and rescue team from Lough Derg. The Lough...
Beef
Factory prices described as 'devastating' for beef farmers
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA) has described factory beef prices as having a “devastating effect at farm...
Dairy Technical
Breeding season: Make sure to target heifers
The breeding season on farms is set to get underway across the country, with most farmers having their breeding plans...
Dairy
IHFA awards ceremony held in Co. Laois
The Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) held its All-Ireland Awards, which recognise quality breeding and achievements in performance during 2022,...
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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...
Dairy Technical
Has pre-season parlour training started on your farm?
While most spring-calving herds are winding down production for the year, it is always a good idea to plan ahead...
N.Ireland
Results: ‘Very special cow’ wins 2022 RUAS Winter Fair
Canadian judge Pierre Boulet, described his 2022 Royal Ulster Agricultural Society (RUAS) Winter Fair interbreed champion as a “very special...
Dairy Technical
Contract rearing - an option for farmers affected by banding?
Contract rearing of heifers has become quite common in recent years but is there further growth potential in the coming...
Rural Life
Gardaí investigate theft of cattle from elderly woman in Co. Laois
Gardaí have said that their investigations are ongoing following the recent theft of cattle from a farm in Co. Laois....