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Inside the Farmers Journal: no spare fodder in the west Declan O’Brien joins us this week to discuss the fodder shortages in the south east and explains why western fodder won’t be available to be transported to drought-stricken areas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Managing grass after rain, dairy markets and fertiliser. In this week’s Inside Dairy podcast, the lads discuss what’s the best approach to managing grass in the coming weeks depending on what situation farms are in. With signs of positivity in the dairy markets recently, can farmers start to get excited? This weeks interview is with Joe Breen, a dairy farmer in Ferns, Co Wexford and finally in the…
In this week’s Young Stock podcast, we hear from young Co Leitrim sheep and beef farmer Dylan Gilligan, who chats lamb prices, a decent year for grass in the north-west and his participation in ICM’s Flock of the Future programme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Down to Agribusiness: Lactalis lands, diesel surges and markets explained This week on Down to Agribusiness, we look at Lactalis’ takeover in the UK and what the proposed Irish Ferries’ management buyout could mean for the agri business sector. We also examine Periguis Energy’s progress in Ireland’s renewables market and the latest developments in the diesel market, where the diesel crack spread…
This week, Aidan chats to the panel about the ongoing drought causing the divide between east and west. The panel also share their thoughts on the Beef Welfare scheme, milk markets, and mart prices. We welcome any feedback and questions you have for the Farm Tech Talk team. Please email farmtechtalk@farmersjournal.ie or send a text or voice note to our WhatsApp number 086 836 6465 Click here if…
On this week’s show we hear from Sam Crowell of the American Seed Trade Association. We chat to Rob Lind of Syngenta about a RoboDog that can walk crops and look at the latest tillage news. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Inside the Farmers Journal: drought hits farms and Brazilian beef Description: On this week’s show, we hear from farmers impacted by the drought and examine if Brazilian beef is on track to be banned from entering the EU by 3 September. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Inside Dairy: Aidan, Daire and Brendan look at the drought situation across the country, with rainfall ranging from 98mm in parts of Carlow to as little as 5mm in the west. They discuss fodder budgeting, contract rearing, heifer prices and the latest dairy market news. Aidan also chats to Niall Maloney from Crecora, Co Limerick, winner of the 2025 Kinisla Milk Quality Awards, about…
From a young age Ben O’Connor always had a business mindset, at the age of 9 he started his first business venture selling firewood and Christmas ornaments in the local area. This inspired him to start a business called Giftery which supplied gift boxes. In two years, they sold 200,000 boxes and had 13 employees, he sold the business last October and used the money to develop an app called…
Down to Agribusiness: Butter battles, ABP deal and FBD’s millions Description: On this week’s show, Stephen and Lorcan discuss the Tirlán-Ornua butter battle, ABP’s UK acquisition, and take a closer look at FBD Trust’s investment success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Aidan and panel review this year’s Tullamore Show, discuss live exports, the outlook for organic land, dairy farmers dealing with drought and livestock trade. Darren also chats to Peter Linden from Grassland AGRO on fertiliser use in dry weather. We welcome any feedback and questions you have for the Farm Tech Talk team. Please email farmtechtalk@farmersjournal.ie or send a text or…
On this week’s show we have a harvest report, look at the Straw Incorporation measure budget. Neil Brady from Oatier talks supporting Irish oats and Alex Nicholls from Corteva describes some Pioneer oilseed rape varieties. As always, we have the grain trends and weather reports and this week we announce the winners of the 250 th Tillage Podcast competition. The Tillage Podcast is supported by…
Inside the Farmers Journal: drought costing farmers millions and Tullamore Show Description: This week, we hear about the drought is impacting farmers and from the Taoiseach and agriculture minister at Tullamore Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The drought continues to put huge pressure on dairy farms, with grass growth, milk solids and winter feed all under strain. This week on Inside Dairy , Aidan Brennan and Brendan Horan discuss the latest weather developments, dairy markets and the potential impact of new carbon taxes on fertiliser prices. We also hear from Kilkenny dairy farmer Paul Bowden about the reality of farming through the…
As the dust begins to settle, Sarah McIntosh and Marty Merrick sit down and reflect on a successful Tullamore Show. They discuss their stand out moments along with giving advice for students about to receive their Leaving Certificate results at the end of the month. Our main guest is Wexford native Méabh Byrne who was one of five Women in Agriculture Ambassador finalists . The 24-year-old from…
This week, Stephen is joined by Phelim O'Neill to discuss the ongoing fallout from Tirlán's butter move in the US, international labour and work visas, beef exports, and Brexit 10 years on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Adam chats to the panel about live exports and what it means for the calf trade. The panel also preview the Tullamore show, investigate the continuing row between Tirlan and Ornua and give the latest updates in the livestock trade. We welcome any feedback and questions you have for the Farm Tech Talk team. Please email farmtechtalk@farmersjournal.ie or send a text or voice note to our…
Inside the Farmers Journal: CBAM tax set to double fertiliser prices Description: On the show this week, we talk about the impact of CBAM on fertiliser prices, budget 2027 demands and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
