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Northern Ireland
Up to £20/t to come off livestock rations
Kieran Mailey
Livestock rations will see significant price cuts being applied from 1 May in NI.
17 April 2024 Management
Dairy Management: grass, breeding and feed stocks
Aidan Brennan says that grass is likley to miss a season, going from winter mode to summer mode and bypassing spring.
10 April 2024 Markets
Grain Trends: oilseed rape on the up
Grain markets were steady this week and oilseed rape prices increased.
On review: Smyth's tri-axle Supercube shows big gains on long draws
With the trend of bigger trailers growing in popularity, Smyth Trailers kindly gave us a demonstration of a 25ft Supercube 50m3 trailer. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
3 April 2024 Farm machinery
Grain Trends: planting progressing well in France
Weather and oil prices were affecting markets this week, with oilseed rape moving up and wheat remaining fairly steady.
3 April 2024 Markets
Looking to the past for solutions to the climate challenge facing farmers
It is fascinating to observe how scientists are looking both to the past and to the future to answer how farmers are going to feed the world, writes Joe Healy, a director of Self Help Africa.
3 April 2024 News
Grain Trends: more positive, but a lot to watch
Grain markets looked more positive this week, but there are many different things to keep an eye on.
27 March 2024 Markets
What are forage crops costing to grow?
Farmers should look at the Teagasc crop costs and returns before planting forage crops and see how their figures will differ.
20 March 2024 Fodder
Grain Trends: markets on the up
Grain markets looked more positive this week, with many factors affecting markets. However, global grain production is forecast up for 2024/2025.
20 March 2024 Markets
Could you plant beans with your maize?
Maize is high in energy, but low in protein. This trial is looking at ways to solve this problem.
20 March 2024 Fodder
Keep an eye on costs before planting forage crops
This week’s focus is on forage crops, from maize and beet to red clover and stubble turnips. Check out varieties and costs involved in growing these crops.
20 March 2024 Fodder
Two varieties added to the 2024 maize list
The Department of Agriculture has released its uncovered forage maize recommended list for 2024.
19 March 2024 News