Dairy
Global milk collections grew by around 3.9% in March, with increases seen in all major production regions, according to Ornua.
Beef
The arrival of the current spell of warm, dry weather has farmers across the country anxious to take advantage it to secure a cut of silage.
A DAFM policy aims "to allow the movement of calves from one restricted herd into another, known as a Controlled Calf Rearing Unit (CCRU).
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Around 26% of milk supplying herds are yet to confirm their nitrogen excretion rate band for 2026, according to department figures.
Agri-Business
This week, the newly-named dairy processor Kinisla announced a €300 million investment across its business over the next five years.
Carbery Group has announced its milk price for supplies in April, deciding to hold its price for the month.
The GDT index has recorded a slight bounce in its latest trading event today (Tuesday, May 19) for the second increase in a row.
Dairygold has held its milk price and announced a deferral of shareholding deductions for 2026 for members below the minimum shareholding.
The CEO of the newly rebranded dairy processor Kinisla has said that global volatility is likely to lead to a challenging year for farmers.
More than 300 less farmers applied for a nitrates derogation this year compared to the number that applied in 2025.
Kinisla, the dairy processor previously known as Kerry Dairy Ireland, has said it "delivered a strong performance" in 2025.
Kerry Dairy Ireland, the dairy business majority-owned by Kerry Co-operative Creameries, has formally announced its new corporate identity.
While visual inspection will identify calves that may seem dull or require attention, taking a temperature will help check for infection.
Kerry Dairy Ireland (KDI) has confirmed the milk price it will pay for supplies in April, opting to hold its price.
Mart managers have been reporting a rise in demand for all types of calves over the past week, as well as the average prices paid.
The majority of farms are currently grazing covers of grass that are too high, according to Teagasc Grass10 initiative.
An Aarhus University study found no link between the use of Bovaer and an overall increase in cow mortality or decrease in milk yield.
Gortatlea Mart in Co. Kerry hosted its weekly calf sale on Monday, May 11, with approximately 1,100 calves on offer.
Lakeland Dairies has announced the price it will pay to farmer suppliers for April milk, deciding to increase its price.
AMR
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is considered one of the biggest public health threats of our time.
Peak calf sale season has now well passed but large numbers continue to be traded both at marts and from farm-to-farm on a weekly basis.
