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Agri-Food Regulator looking for views on unfair trading
James Hanly
The regulator commissioned Coyne Research to create and monitor an online survey for farmers, fishers and growers to share their views on trading practices in the food supply chain in Ireland.
Agri-Food Regulator looking for views on unfair trading
EU beef output to fall on back of ‘shrinking’ cattle herds
13 October 2024 News
EU beef output to fall on back of ‘shrinking’ cattle herds
The tight beef supply continues to support EU beef producer prices and the price of live animals, the European Commission's short-term outlook said.
Use budget money to close out BVD scheme – IFA
9 October 2024 News
Use budget money to close out BVD scheme – IFA
In Budget 2025, Minister Paschal Donohue announced €10m in funding for additional animal health measures including a possible IBR vaccination and advice program.
Suckler cow numbers drop 47,000 head
CSO data also shows a drop in dairy cow numbers, tighter sheep numbers and a further fall in the cereals area.
9 October 2024 News
The 15 October deadline looming for fertiliser closing stocks
It is a legal requirement for farms to declare closing stocks, including a ‘nil’ declaration, with submissions required to be submitted online.
9 October 2024 Schemes
Beef imports surge 50% since 2019
Figures released by the Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue show that the value of dairy imports jumped 16% between 2019 and 2023.
9 October 2024 News
Farmers could have to map cattle locations for EU deforestation law
The Commission has proposed pushing back the introduction of the EU deforestation regulation amid mounting confusion over what will be required of cattle farmers.
9 October 2024 News
Court rules in favour of plant-based 'burgers'
Protéines France, the European Vegetarian Union, the Vegetarian Association of France and the company Beyond Meat Inc are contesting a decree adopted by the French government.
7 October 2024 News
Asia Pacific mission will cement reputation as ‘sustainable supplier’ – Hackett
The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture is set to lead Ireland’s agri-food trade mission to Thailand and Vietnam in cooperation with Bord Bia.
7 October 2024 News
Schemes update: 23,720 applications to National Beef Welfare Scheme
Scheme more popular in 2024 with over 7,000 more suckler farmers applying by the deadline of 24 September.
7 October 2024 News
Atypical BSE case knocks China beef exports once more
This is the third time in four years that Ireland has been excluded from the Chinese beef market because of problems with BSE.
3 October 2024 News
€8m invested in Kepak Kilbeggan factory
The investment aims to enhance market access, quality and efficiency, while positioning the factory as a central hub for exporting Irish meat.
3 October 2024 News