Dairy
Farmers must be mindful of targets for their yearling heifers as they are turned out to grass for the first time once the weather improves.
Avian influenza has been detected in a dairy cow in the Netherlands, marking the first time bird flu has been confirmed in cattle in Europe.
Getting cows out to grass is still looking like a distant task considering the saturated condition of paddocks following the wet weather.
Farmers in 'Zone A' are being reminded that they will be able to spread chemical fertiliser from tomorrow, (Tuesday, January 27).
Farmers should consider analysing their milking routine to see if it needs improvement or adjustments ahead of spring calving.
The risk of milk fever (hypocalcemia) and other metabolic issues will be on the rise as calving kicks off.
With some calves already on the ground, and many more yet to come, dairy farmers will be keen to know what heifers are making in the mart.
As the calving season kicks of for many farms, managing the concern that is negative energy balances in freshly calved cows is crucial.
Although many herds have yet to start calving, farmers should already be considering when to book in their first milk recording.
Agri-Business
Prices for dairy products increased by more than 11% in the 12 months to December 2025, according to the latest data from the CSO.
N.Ireland
CAFRE is seeking seven beef and seven dairy farmers to take part in a network of ‘innovation farms’ across Northern Ireland.
The Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) hosted its annual awards night in the Killeshin Hotel, in Portlaoise.
Under EU State aid rules, an €18.2 million measure to support an investment project in the dairy sector in Italy has been approved.
With calving fast approaching and even starting on some farms, the risk of cows contracting mastitis increases dramatically.
Beef
An array of expert speakers will address important areas of dairy calf to beef production at the Teagasc DairyBeef 500 Conference 2026
Tirlán has today (Tuesday, January 20) become the latest processor to announce what it will pay farmers for December milk supplies.
The positive start to 2026 for the Global Dairy Trade (GDT) has continued following the latest trading event today (Tuesday, January 20).
With the calving season will kicking off this week, an immediate focus needs to be placed on the farms hygiene and biosecurity measures.
As farmers gear up for the busy calving season ahead, many may be considering once-a-day milking in early lactation.
Over the last decade technology has slowly been creeping into Irish agriculture, and now in 2026 it is at the forefront of many tasks.
Tírlan have being hosting a number of business and market outlook 2026 meetings during the week for its shareholders and suppliers.
Ahead of the busy calving season, farmers need to focus in on the key areas that need improving to prevent the onset of lameness.
Prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages in December 2025 were 4.1% higher than prices in the same month of 2024.
