Dairy
Costs on dairy farms have increased by 12c/L on average over the past four years, according to Dr. Laurence Shalloo from Teagasc.
Dairy News
Grass is and must continue to be the main focus and driver of the Irish dairy sector for us to continue to have a sustainable production mod
Dairy Technical
Grass utilisation on farms remains the key driver of farm profitability and sustainability on Irish dairy farms.
Knowing your cost of production within a winter-milk production system is vital to ensure a vital margin can be maintained.
A major issue raised by winter-milk producers at a recent event at Johnstown Castle was the winter premiums currently being offered to farmers.
Feeder calibration is a job that on many dairy farms was probably overlooked, but increased costs have made it important to ensure that the correct amount of feed is being distributed.
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Speaking with stakeholders, Agriland found out that the current price for liquid milk has dropped below the cost of production.
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In this in-depth video, Agriland explores the current cost of production for dairy farms and if the milk price they...
Teagasc anticipates that in 2023 the annual average milk price will fall by 15% relative to 2022 milk prices.
The cost of production of dairy farms is significantly higher than previous years, with the increased cost of inputs the main reason.
The cost of producing winter milk this year is set to increase significantly, according to Teagasc predictions.
Agri-Business
The IFA has called on the government to bring forward a range of targeted measures in Budget 2023 to support farmers.
The cost of production on dairy farms has significantly increased in 2022, with record high prices for input costs, but also for milk.
Dairy farmers are likely to face a difficult spring with the base milk price currently sitting at about 24-25c/L.
