Beef
Research: 'Early warning system' for fodder crises needed
New research funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has looked into the various factors which contribute to fodder crises...
Fodder Crisis
Opinion
Opinion: Time to start planning for a six-month winter
The disastrous start to the grazing season brings home the reality that all Irish livestock farmers should should plan for...
Sponsored
Calf milk replacer range with Opti-Skim sees expansion
Auctus has now launched the newest edition to its calf milk replacer product range. There are now seven calf milk...
Tillage
ICSA calls for catch crops scheme for tillage farmers
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA) has called for a scheme that will incentivise tillage farmers to grow...
Opinion
Opinion: What might farmers be chatting about at the Balmoral Show?
This year’s Balmoral Show (May 11-14) takes place against the backdrop of real change impacting every sector of agriculture in...
CAP / Schemes
Fodder measures of 2018: How much have applicants been paid so far?
Government spending on measures implemented last year to ease fodder restrictions has been released by the Minister for Agriculture, Food...
Dairy
No water and a fodder deficit on a dairy farm in Co. Wicklow
The effects of the summer’s drought are still very evident around the country. Fodder remains in short supply and water...
Grass
40,000t of fodder identified for importation by 'key players'
About 40,000t of fodder has been identified by “key players” for importation into Ireland, according to Minister for Agriculture, Food...
Tillage
Feed trade calls for action as 73% more compound feed needed
The Irish Grain and Feed Association (IGFA) estimates that 73% extra compound feed is needed to supply the national cattle...
Sponsored
How to avoid costly calf registration errors
Are you wondering how you can avoid costly calf registration errors and Bord Bia penalties? As the busy spring season...
Grass
10-point plan proposed to combat 'unprecedented fodder crisis'
The potential for an unprecedented fodder crisis this coming winter is growing by the day, according to the Irish Creamery...
Agri Politics
'Minister fiddles with rules while rural Ireland burns' - McGrath
Farmers are being driven to the limits of their endurance, as the consequences of an unprecedented lack of available fodder...
CAP / Schemes
Hogan and Creed to discuss 'prudent' fodder plans
European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan will meet with Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Michael...
Dairy
Dairygold issues 4-step guide for farmers without second cut
As drought conditions drag on – particularly in the southern half of the country – Dairygold has issued a guide...
Grass
Collective industry approach needed to mitigate fodder challenges - Creed
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Michael Creed has given an update on the fodder situation, following a meeting...
Grass
Key steps to stretch feed as pressures continue to mount
Following the release of the Interagency Fodder Committee fodder census results earlier today (Thursday, July 19), Teagasc has issued a series...
Sponsored
Where might trees fit for a sustainable future?
The Teagasc Forestry One to One Clinics facilitate a discussion on where trees might fit for a sustainable future. Teagasc...
Grass
Census results: Estimates of national fodder deficit now at 28%
The fodder census results have been announced by Teagasc earlier today (Thursday, July 19). The Interagency Fodder Committee conducted a...
Dairy
Lakeland sets up fodder advice line as drought extends
Lakeland Dairies Agribusiness has set up a dedicated line for milk suppliers and feed customers looking for advice during the...
Grass
'We have to avoid a scenario where we are importing fodder'
Ireland has to avoid a scenario where it is forced to import grass-based fodder, according to Fianna Fail’s agriculture spokesperson,...
Agri Politics
Fodder crisis: 'I stand over the timeline of events 100%'
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Michael Creed recently sat down with AgriLand to give an insight into the...