Drought
Fodder clinics are getting underway in Ireland’s worst drought-hit counties from tomorrow (Wednesday, August 26).
Tillage
The breakeven price for Irish cereals in the wake of Harvest 2026 will be €230/t, according to the Irish Grain Growers Group (IGGG).
Dairy
Dairy farmers in Northern Ireland have been invited on what is described as a "study tour" on improving nutrient utilisation.
Sheep
The Western Organic Producer Organisation hosted its inaugural sale of organic sheep on Sunday, August 23, at Maam Cross Mart, Co. Galway.
Rural Life
James P. McGee and his faithful border collie, Roeldog Becca, are aiming for success at this year's World Sheepdog Trial 2026.
Agri-Business
Six leading retailers have committed to the principles in a new Irish Horticulture Grower-Retail Charter supporting Irish growers.
Fuel
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has issued an update on payments made under the Fuel Income Support Scheme.
Beef
Bord Bia has launched its first consumer campaign in Ireland since 2020 to promote increased sales of Quality Assured beef.
Heineken has recently unveiled plans to support large scale regenerative farming practises, targeting malting barley growers in the UK.
The Teagasc Generational Renewal Week 2026 taking place next month will focus on planning for the future and creating opportunities.
Schemes
An event will take place which will see digital developers work with the agri-sector to look at ways to cut paperwork for farmers.
Clare Co-Operative Marts held its weekly sheep sale on Monday ( August 24), as nearly 800 sheep went through the ring.
UK wheat prices were up £2/t in the latest trading round, further consolidating the upward trend in grain prices recorded over recent weeks.
N.Ireland
A series of open days focused on smart sheep farming are set to take place in Northern Ireland next month.
A new guide is aiming to help Irish food businesses to continue to protect and maintain the country's food safety standards.
Two farmers have been selected for the Organic Trust Bursary Awards 2026 in conjunction with the department of land sciences at SETU.
A number of high profile Aberdeen-Angus breeders have taken the decision to re-introduce older bloodlines within there herds.
An agreement between the UFU and hunting groups has been updated to "strengthen" the rights of farmers and landowners.
With a hard drought still hitting the southeast, farmers must prepare for the inevitable fodder crisis facing us this winter.
Tullow Mart
Tullow Mart in Co. Carlow held its weekly cattle sale on Friday (August 21), with activity increasing, driving up prices on the day.
This week's sheep trade has seen downward pressure coming on both lamb price and cull ewe price, with lamb price offers back 20c/kg.
The Police Service Northern Ireland has arrested a man aged in his 50s on suspicion of theft of diesel and fraud "by false representation".
Sheep Ireland's 16th annual €urostar Multi-Breed Ram sale at Kilkenny Mart saw 427 through the ring in a 76% clearance rate.
The Department of Agriculture is working on requests from farmers to withdraw or amend their Straw Incorporation Measure (SIM) applications.
The Shamonda virus has been infecting cattle across Europe this month, with DAFN watching how it might impact Ireland if it ever arrives.
Pressure is mounting on Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon to deliver a fertiliser support scheme "as soon as possible".
Forestry
Storm damage in early 2025 resulted in an 18% jump in the amount of timber harvested from Irish forestry last year.
The fodder deficit is widening and according to the president of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers'...
Ciaran Mullooly said he will raise reland's live exports with the French president when he meets him as part of a group of MEPs.
The Agri-Food Regulator is strengthening its capabilities with a new legal and research unit as it expands its statutory role.
Measures suggested by ICSA to tackle the fodder crisis include a new transport scheme and support for catch crop production.
Tirlán welcomed retired milk suppliers from across Northern Ireland, Monaghan, Meath and Louth to...
