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Arla warns of further price rises unless labour shortage addressed ‘urgently’

Dairy giant Arla has warned of further price rises unless the Government “urgently” addresses farming labour shortages. The UK’s largest dairy co-operative said the industry labour shortage was fuelling food price inflation and “could well lead to a ...

22 Jun 2023 at 00:01

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Carlow dairy farmers given cashflow advice amidst rainy-day setbacks by the IFAC

Ifac, Ireland’s farming, food and agribusiness specialist professional services firm is providing cashflow tips and advising a back-to-basics approach for Carlow dairy farmers amidst rainy day setbacks. In 2022, dairy farmers experienced a windfall ...

15 Apr 2024 at 13:33

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County Derry farmer recognised in NI awards

Tobermore Dairy farmer Jonny Hutchinson was recognised this week with a special commendation at the Ulster Grassland Society Farmer of the Year Awards 2022.Jonny was one of three Dale Farm members to be recognised for their excellence in dairy ...

09 Jun 2022 at 13:33

Birth of IVF calf hailed as ‘significant’ step in making dairy industry greener

Vets working on a project to breed more environmentally-friendly cows have described as “hugely significant” the birth of a calf using IVF, saying it could accelerate the dairy industry’s journey to net zero. The calf, named Hilda, is part ...

02 Jan 2025 at 12:54

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Longford dairy farmers hit with €27M reduction in milk revenue

Longford dairy farmers will have to cope with over €27M reduction in milk revenue this year. The latest figures from the ICMSA suggest that tumbling milk prices will see Irish farmers experience a €2bn fall in revenue in 2023. ICMSA ...

29 Aug 2023 at 12:33

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Carlow dairy farmer Mary Moore to feature on RTÉ's 'Ear to the Ground'

Carlow dairy farmer Mary Moore is set to feature on RTÉ One's 'Ear to the Ground'. Last February Mary decided to sell her herd, replacement stock, all of her machinery and leave the dairy sector. Ear to the Ground presenter Maeve ...

05 Nov 2023 at 13:33

Fact check: Gregg Wallace post was edited to be about controversial farm product

A post on X, formerly Twitter, claims television host Gregg Wallace wrote his own post on the social media platform warning of “disturbing reports” of a substance called Bovaer being used by dairy companies in the UK. Evaluation ...

03 Dec 2024 at 17:31

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Lakeland Dairies launches Sustainability Incentive Payment

Lakeland Dairies has launched a farm sustainability strategy with a key component being a payment to support farmers in carrying out sustainability actions. The strategy, which is entitled Farming for a Better Future, focuses ...

17 Nov 2023 at 09:33

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Lyrath Hotel in Kilkenny to host national conference later this month

The 2023 Teagasc National Dairy Conference will take place on Wednesday, November 29 at the Lyrath Estate Hotel, Kilkenny, beginning at 9am. The conference will feature a range of practical workshops where attendees can meet ...

13 Nov 2023 at 15:33

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Local Tipperary farmer wins award at National Dairy Awards

Martin Ryan was named the Germinal Responsible Dairy Grassland Manager of the year at the National Dairy Awards event held in the Midlands Park Hotel in Portlaoise. Martin has been farming in Nodstown, Boherlahan with his ...

28 Jun 2024 at 10:33

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Dairy farmers feel betrayed by nitrates decision

IFA National Dairy Chair Stephen Arthur (pictured below) said dairy farm families feel betrayed by Minister McConologue and the Government following the decision on the Nitrates derogation. Stephen Arthur said, “I have ...

17 Sept 2023 at 19:33

Northern Ireland

44% fall in total farming income in Northern Ireland

Total farming income in Northern Ireland has fallen by 44%, new figures show. Stormont Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir described the slump as disappointing, but said it is a reflection of the fall in milk prices ...

09 Jul 2024 at 13:06

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