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There were 900 cattle on offer at Castlerea Mart yesterday (Thursday). Store cattle of all types continue to enjoy a very strong trade driven by strong farmer buying at the moment and also export demand. The heifer and dry cow sections reported a steady trade with prices similar to last week while in the calf …
The IFA National Liquid Milk Committee has called for stricter conditions for retailers sourcing “private label” milk from Irish milk producers in the wake of the shift in sourcing of the Tesco private label milk contract between Glanbia and some of the other dairies. Chairman Teddy Cashman said, “Our Committee members and the producer groups …
IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said a strong live export trade for calves is critically important to the beef sector and competition, particularly at this time of year. He said IFA has been working with the Department of Agriculture and live exporters to ensure that exports to Holland keep flowing. Henry Burns said IFA …
Strong live export trade for Calves is critical – IFA Read More »
Due to the recent spate of poor weather, a number of farms have witnessed grass growth levels close to zero on some days. As a result, farmers have been forced to dip into their fodder reserves. “This is the reality of what is going on. Farmers are hoping that the weather will improve shortly,” said …
Gardaí in Roscommon town have renewed their appeal for information after the discovery of the bodies of over 20 lambs and two calves in a drain at a Kilteevan bog. The incident was initially reported a passer-by last last Friday. Forensic tests are being carried out in an effort to establish their ownership. Gardaí say …
Gardai renew appeal over 20 dead animals in Kilteevan Read More »
While in Shannon Harbour, County Offaly yesterday to launch a poster campaign instructing National Parks & Wildlife and Birdwatch Ireland to keep off farmers’ land, the IFA National Chairman Jer Bergin said the new Government must address long-standing issues surrounding land designation. In a clear warning to the new Government, Jer Bergin said the imposition …
New Government warned to act on land designation Read More »
There was a large entry of excellent quality stock on offer at Tuesday’s Weanling Sale in Roscommon Mart however numbers at Wednesday’s Sheep Sale were down compared to last week but overall trade remained very good. Wednesday March 30rd – Weekly Sheep Sale at Roscommon Mart There was a similar trade for Hoggets with a …
IFA Sheep Chairman, John Lynskey has reminded all dog owners, including farmers, that their Dogs must be registered and microchipped no later than tomorrow, March 31st. Under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, introduced by Minister Simon Coveney, all dogs must be microchipped and registered on an authorised database by March 31st 2016. John …
There was strong demand for all weanling at yesterday’s sale in Elphin Mart, resulting in a lively trade Male Weanlings There was a 91% clearance of Male Weanlings. The average prices achieved those under 300kg was €784, with a top price of €965 achieved for a 290kg Charolais. Male Weanlings weighing 301-400kg had an average …
Voting to elect the 15th President of the Irish Farmers’ Association will get under way in IFA branches across the country over the coming weeks with the first of the 947 branches heading to the polls tonight (Tuesday, March 29th). Note: Updated at 7pm IFA National Returning Officer Jer Bergin has encouraged farmers to attend …
Voting in IFA Elections begins tonight in Roscommon Read More »
South Roscommon farmer William Greene is one of 12 lucky IFA Members in with a chance of winning a top of the range 4×4. The IFA has teamed up with ŠKODA Ireland to give away a brand new ŠKODA 4×4 to a lucky IFA member. The ŠKODA Yeti Sherpa is a rugged, reliable and practical …
IFA and Škoda to give away a 4×4 to one lucky Member Read More »
There was a strong trade at Wednesday’s Bullock sale in Elphin Mart, with a 92% clearance. The average prices achieved were as follows: Bullocks weighing 301kg to 400kg achieved an average price of €1,088 with a top price of €1,200 for a 387kg Charolais. Bullocks weighing 401kg to 500kg achieved an average price of €1,137 …
Strong trade at Wednesday’s Bullock sale in Elphin Mart Read More »
Analysis of the 2015 slaughter data by the IFA shows that carcase weight and age are the major specifications factors impacting on price returns to farmers and knocking them out of receiving in-spec bonuses under the Quality Payment System (QPS). IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said the IFA has consistently identified the problems with …
Carcase weight & age are the major beef specification issues – IFA Read More »
The IFA has met with senior Ulster Bank Executive staff in response to the bank’s sudden announcement that it plans to dispose of loans in its specialist loans arrears unit to undisclosed third parties. Ulster Bank has given customers in debt management 30 days from the date of contact via telephone call, to refinance their …
IFA voices dissatisfaction with Ulster Bank actions Read More »
IFA Hill Farmers Committee Chairman Pat Dunne has said that progress has been made on the Commonage Management Plans, whereby when planners are doing stocking plans over the next number of months, they will not have to determine the maximum eligible area of commonages. At an IFA Hill Committee meeting in Portlaoise today, which was …
IFA Hill Farmers Committee make progress on Commonages Read More »
