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Lime spreading: How much does it cost?

January 21, 2019

The dry weather is providing ideal ground conditions for lime spreading, which is essential to correct soil pH. Soil pH levels affecting nutrient…

Irish agricultural output rose at second-highest EU rate in 2017

November 19, 2018

Agri-Business

Ireland’s agricultural output value for 2017 grew at the second-highest rate among EU member states, according to new figures from the European Commission.…

Agricultural trade index tightens further in 2018

November 7, 2018

Agri-Business

The balance between farm input and output prices will see an almost 6% decrease in 2018, according to preliminary figures released by the…

Analysis: Has the cow cull been as severe as the rumour mill suggests?

August 17, 2018

Dairy

Reduced grass growth rates and a shortage of feed on many farms – caused by this summer’s drought – forced some farmers into…

Silage prices vary across the country

April 12, 2018

Beef

Silage prices are varying across the country as vehicles – both large and small – transport silage, haylage, straw, alfalfa and other fodder…

Beet selling for €40/t as demand grows

March 20, 2018

Tillage

It has been a difficult season for beet growers, as wet weather conditions hampered harvesting in numerous locations throughout the country. Many crops…

Silage prices: €20-35 quoted for 4X4 round bales

March 7, 2018

Grass

Unfortunately, the recent snow has prolonged the housing period. It comes just when land was beginning to dry and grazing looked to be…

Straw prices ranging from €10/bale up to €35/bale

March 2, 2018

Tillage

It appears that the demand for straw has decreased and prices have dropped back in most parts of the country. However, €35/bale is…

Silage strikes €30/bale in many regions

February 1, 2018

Grass

€30/bale (4X4 bale) looks to be the standard price for silage in many parts of the country. However, as you move into the…

Straw prices steady: €35-40/bale quoted in the west of Ireland

January 18, 2018

Tillage

Straw prices have remained steady over the past number of weeks. It has been just over a month since AgriLand‘s last round-up of…

How more than 100 Scottish farmers pooled together for fairer prices

January 7, 2018

Dairy

A group of farmers in Scotland, who banded together to negotiate the first post Milk Marketing Board milk price contract, say supply chain…

Prices: What are you paying for rations?

December 25, 2017

Beef

Ration prices are variable across the country and it pays to shop around. This is especially applicable this year, as some farmers have…

What are you paying for silage?

December 20, 2017

Beef

There is large variation in silage prices across the country. Quality is also variable and farmers need to choose carefully when parting with…

‘Where possible, we will return value to farmers’

October 27, 2017

Agri-Business

Where possible, the Kepak Group is committed to returning value to farmer suppliers, according to the group’s Meat Division CEO Sean Coffey. The…

‘A butter bubble is potentially around the corner’

September 26, 2017

Dairy

Driven by consumer demand, European butter prices have surged to reach almost €6,500/t in recent days. Figures from the European Commission’s Milk Market…

‘Farmer-owned co-ops must set sustainable prices for growers this harvest’

August 10, 2017

Tillage

Farmer-owned co-ops must lead the way and set sustainable grain, oilseed and protein prices for growers this harvest, according to the Irish Farmers’…