AgriOpinions
AgriOpinions is seeking the views of Irish farmers in a survey to see what you think about sustainable on-farm measures.
Beef
A series of test plots comparing grass growth from different fertiliser types was demonstrated at a Teagasc open day.
Agri-Business
Goldcrop is highlighting the significant potential for winter hybrid rye and triticale in Irish tillage rotations,
Tillage
A major legal report has been released which sets out how Irish farmers could "lawfully" establish an organic heritage seed network.
Machinery
The demands on effective crop care are intensifying with active agents being withdrawn, costs rising, and resistance an increasing challenge.
Winter Oilseed Rape
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has published the 2027 recommended list of winter oilseed rape (WOSR) varieties.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) has published its planting and variety survey for 2026.
In contrast to global grain markets, oilseed rape prices remain buoyant, according to Goldcrop agronomist John Dunne.
Pressure is mounting on farms across the country as continued rainfall is delaying June farm work, with heavy downpours across the country.
Only Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (BYDV) tolerant varieties of winter barley will be included in future Goldcrop trials’ programmes.
Disease control in spring bean crops must be addressed by growers over the coming days, according to Teagasc.
Wheat took the brunt of the Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (BYDV) attacks that impacted on freshly planted winter cereal crops last autumn.
Met Éireann has today (Tuesday, June 9) issued a potato blight advisory which applies to the entire country.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming that UK and global grain prices have weakened further
Teagasc is confirming that the coming days will see the completion of most disease control programmes in winter wheat and spring barley.
A debate is fast evolving on how best to secure optimal weed control in forage maize crops grown under Irish conditions.
A new study from Rothamsted Research has helped to identify microbial compounds with the potential to become future fungicide leads.
ADAS has launched a new crop rotation planning tool, aimed at helping growers assess the benefits and trade-offs before any cropping changes.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development board (AHDB) UK crop update for May reflects the changing weather conditions during the month.
EU regulatory processes delaying the registration of innovation products are putting farmers in Europe "on the back foot", an ELO event heard.
The Agricultural and Horticultural and Development Board (AHDB) has confirmed a general decline in the condition of combinable crops
N.Ireland
"Cereal and arable producers need practical, clear policies that support productivity and resilience,” said UFU deputy president Glenn Cuddy.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming the continuing commitment of GB compounders to barley
