Dairy News
Veal calf movements banned in Netherlands after German imports
The movement of calves for the veal sector within the Netherlands has been banned, except where the calves are moved...
Veal
Dairy News
Scallan: New markets needed as calf trade with Netherlands to end
One of the country’s leading calf buyers has warned that “new markets will be needed” for the Irish dairy calves...
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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...
Agri-Business
Bord Bia: Opportunity to enhance Irish veal production 'over time'
The newly appointed chair designate of Bord Bia has said that there is a opportunity for Ireland to enhance its...
Beef
Dutch parliament told that the import of calves from Ireland is 'increasing'
The Dutch parliament has heard that “the import of calves from Ireland is increasing every year”. The Minister of Agriculture,...
Beef
Research shows feeding hempseed to calves increases appetite
Findings from research into the behaviour of veal calves that were fed milk containing levels of hempseed cake were recently...
Beef
CSO: Average consumption of meat increased in Ireland in 2022
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has today (Thursday, October 12) released new figures which show that the average consumption of...
Agri-Business
Wicklow Calf Company reaffirms commitment to calf welfare
Wicklow Calf Company has issued a statement following the RTÉ Investigates programme, which aired on Monday (July 10). The programme showed incidents of...
Rural Life
CSO: Consumers paid more for dairy products in May 2023
Consumers paid more for milk, cheese, and butter in May 2023 compared to what they would have paid a year...
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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...
Agri-Business
German meat consumption in 2022 was lowest on record
Preliminary information from the Federal Information Centre for Agriculture (BZL) in Germany shows that the long-term trend towards lower meat...
Agri-Business
'Difficult' veal situation 'going to impact on demand for Irish calves in spring'
The veal sector is in a “very difficult situation” and is expected to impact on demand for Irish calves in...
Dairy
Possibility of Irish veal industry discussed at ICMSA AGM
The possibilities and challenges of a veal industry in this country were discussed at the AGM of the Irish Creamery...
Dairy
Why is a veal industry in Ireland not possible?
A large amount of our surplus calves from our dairy industry are finding their way to the continental veal market...
Agri Politics
EU veal 'a long-term market we are well-positioned to supply'
Bord Bia has been called on to immediately ring-fence €5 million to develop EU markets for Irish dairy calves for...
Dairy
Veal market conundrum: 'We have a lot of calves that nobody wants'
“We have a lot of calves that have Kiwi and Jersey mix and nobody wants this for veal,” the Irish...
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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...
Agri Politics
Global demand to drive Australian beef exports to record high
Unprecedented global demand is expected to drive Australian beef and veal exports to a new record high by the end...