Gary Abbott talks to Tipperary man Peter Folan, who is prospering a bright career from a childhood passion for ag machinery. He discusses his studies and experiences as well as past and current roles.

An action plan drawn up in collaboration with State agencies and industry on reducing the age of cattle at slaughter is to be released before the second half of this year as part of the bid to improve ...

In total, five products increased in price while two fell at the auction where 16,718 swapped hands amongst 181 participating bidders.

Consisting of a broad range of industry, veterinary and wildlife stakeholders, the TB Partnership Steering Group (TBPSG) was established in January 2025.

Traditional beef breed calves accounted for three quarters of the calves on offer in Bandon Mart this week. Supply is holding ...

The trade for cull ewes remained buoyant in Monday’s sale and, with top prices exceeding €3/kg, overshadowed prices paid for ...

The association said this move is to try to “flush out” beef numbers during the shortened working weeks until the May bank holiday.

The figure, based on constituents of 3.3% protein and 3.6% butterfat, is unchanged from the price set at the start of the 2025 and is inclusive of a 1.47c/l sustainability and quality payment.

In this article, Vijaya Bhaskar answers some questions on glyphosate resistance, what it means and how it develops.

The event will cover nutrient management and clover performance, plus managing mid-season grass to maximise milk production.

The forum was launched by Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon on Tuesday 15 April at an event hosted on one of Kepak’s supplier farms, owned by Damien Flynn in Dunshaughlin, Co Meath.

Dr Helen Warren, the European ruminant technical manager at Alltech, succeeds Professor David Kenny in the role.