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Irish Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue said food security was extremely important over the next few weeks and months. “I think one of the most economical things that any farm can do is consider planting some grain this year and they should look at that and consider their options,” he said. Photo: Canva

15-03 | News

Irish dairy farmers told to grow crops due to Russian invasion

Gareth Baird from Carnrassie Farm with the glass bottled milk. Photo: Chris McCullough

17-09-2021 | Article

Northern Ireland: Revival of doorstep milk deliveries

Well-managed, high-quality grass is beneficial to the animal, the sward, the environment and the farmer. - Photo: Picasa

25-08-2021 | Article

Ensuring repeat grass growth is essential

Empty cows going into the winter period can cost a lot of money therefore they need to be identified as early as possible. Photo: Chris McCullough

08-06-2021 | Article

Scan cows regularly in autumn calving herds

Water samples were taken in Ireland and Sweden to assess the phosphorus levels. Photo: Chris McCullough

19-05-2021 | News

Research: A look at ag phosphorus and water quality

The Irish cooperative predicts a further increase of the milk production across its suppliers. Photo: Hans Prinsen

04-05-2021 | News

Dairygold looking for higher margin opportunities

Photo: Henk Riswick

20-01-2021 | News

New research to tackle mastitis and reduce AMR

The cows are mostly New Zealand Friesian breed. Photo: Chris McCullough

22-07-2020 | Article

Farm report: Herd expansion not always the answer for profits

Balancing family and farm is Caryn Webster with six month old daughter Tilly on the family farm at Islandmagee. Photo: Chris McCullough

26-03-2020 | Article

Farm report, Ireland: Balancing farm and family

Jerry Murphy takes the cows twice a day to graze. The furthest plot is 900 meters away from the milking parlour. Photo: Mark Pasveer

28-01-2020 | Article

Irish farmer sees growth in 3 locations