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Over £100k losses in Antrim machinery and copper theft

Thieves went to “extraordinary lengths” to strip copper and steal machinery in a major Co. Antrim raid. The owner has estimated losses and damage exceeding £100,000 as farmers and rural businesses are urged to remain vigilant. The property owner near Ballymena

Agriland25m ago

Road users warned to be cautious as weekend storm approaches

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is urging road users to exercise caution while using the roads this bank holiday weekend. Met Éireann has issued Status Orange and Yellow weather warnings as Storm Boelo approaches. It will bring very strong south-west winds whi

Conference hears about ‘exciting opportunities’ for oat production

Flahavan’s Organic Oat Grower of the Year Award 2026 was presented this week to Angus Woods from Co. Wicklow. The award, which recognises his commitment to producing high-quality organic oats, was presented at Flahavan’s annual Organic Oat Growers Conference h

Ballymena Academy pupils take 2026 ABP Angus Youth Challenge crown

Two pupils from Ballymena Academy have been crowned overall winners of the 2026 ABP Angus Youth Challenge. The Year 12 students, Samantha Dunlop and Katie McNeilly won the competition with their project on how genetics can help improve the sustainability and p

Suit filed to force Trump administration to address cancer-linked pesticide pollution

Suit alleges EPA has for decades failed under the Clean Water Act to address surface-water atrazine pollution A new lawsuit asks a federal judge to order the Trump administration to address widespread pollution from the hormone-disrupting pesticide atrazine –

The Guardian5h ago

From cattle to humans – what the experts are saying about Shamonda

People working in agriculture around animals need increased awareness regarding the Shamonda virus and be alert to infected livestock. Dr. Connor Bamford from the School of Biological Sciences and The Institute for Global Food Security at Queen’s University Be

Retailer and consumer attitudes will be ‘biggest driver’ for dairy growth

Growth will be the key driver for the dairy sector into the future, according to Dale Farm Group CEO, Nick Whelan. He said: “Securing continued growth is critically important against a backdrop of high inflation.” The Dale Farm representative made these commen

British shoppers spend 1.6% more on beef despite buying less

A fall in volume of beef sold in British retail outlets over the past three months was offset by in increase in prices, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). According to Charlotte Forkes-Rees, retail and consumer insight anal

ESB Networks Autumn Safety Series 2026: Respect electricity on the farm

Now that the harvest is over, farmers will have an opportunity to take a few minutes to bring farm safety to the forefront of their thoughts and plan for the coming season. A major danger for everyone on all farms is working with machinery near overhead electr

Ireland braces for Storm Boelo after Austen causes power outages

Met Éireann has warned of a very unsettled October Bank Holiday weekend ahead of the arrival of Storm Boelo. It comes as heavy rain and strong winds associated with Storm Austen are currently spreading eastwards across the country. Road users are being advised

Agriland10h ago

BVD cases down by 24.8% as autumn calving kicks off

With autumn calving underway and calves starting to flow through mart rings, farmers must continue to be aware of bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD). As it stands, BVD is continuing to follow a downward trajectory, with the number of individual cases down 24.8% on t

Agriland12h ago

Burnham to reveal plans for AI unit to tackle wildfires after scorching summer

PM will also announce funding for specialised protective gear and the deployment of military aircraft The UK government is to create an AI Cobra unit to spot wildfires after this year’s record-breaking summer saw devastating blazes across the country. The coun

The Guardian20h ago

‘It’s all God’s creation’: farmers continue a ‘Jewishly inspired’ agrarian tradition

In the US, a growing number of Jewish people are seeking purpose and community through farming Wendy Rhein is trying to round up the sheep hanging out among the hazelnut and walnut trees of her Chutzpah Hollow farm in Tryon, North Carolina. “Hi, Brea. Come on

The Guardian22h ago

BISS and CRISS payments: County-by-county breakdown

Advance payments under the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and Complementary Redistributive Income Support for Sustainability Scheme (CRISS) have started today (Thursday, October 22). These payments are worth more than €551 million to 110,089 fa

Agriland and ESB Networks to launch ‘Autumn Safety Series 2026’

Agriland Media Group is delighted to announce a new collaboration with ESB Networks which will see the launch of the ‘Autumn Safety Series 2026’. ESB Networks believes that “electricity is a social good that should be accessible and affordable for all” and tha

Tipperary farmers gather for training on tackling invasive species

More than 28 farmers gathered in Cappawhite, Co. Tipperary this week for a practical training event focused on giant hogweed control and water quality protection. The event highlighted the important role farmers play in tackling invasive species and improving

Have scientists finally found a way to save the banana from disaster?

With the climate crisis and diseases threatening one of the world’s most popular fruits, researchers are hoping a breakthrough in breeding techniques could give the Cavendish banana a certain future Love them or loathe them, bananas are one of the world’s most

The Guardian1d ago

Higher gas prices and lower demand weigh on Yara Q3 margins

Yara has reported third quarter (Q3) 2026 EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation), excluding special items, of $675 million, compared with $804 million in Q3 2025. Financial accounts published today (Thursday, October 22) by th

Why retailers want to know about a farm’s carbon footprint

Could a lower carbon footprint open the door to new rewards for farmers as retailers put greater value on sustainability? The retail sector is prepared to pay premium prices for dairy products; but this comes with one important proviso. The independently verif

Grass-fed focus remains key for Tipperary dairy farm

This summer’s drought, and its impact on grass growth and fodder supplies, showed just how vital grass is to Irish dairy. Despite these recent challenges, grass remains at the heart of Irish dairy farming. It is not only important for milk production, but also

Kerry Group reports volume growth of 4.1% in Q3 2026

Kerry Group has reported “strong volume growth and margin expansion” in the third quarter (Q3) of the year. In a interim management statement published today (Thursday, October 22), the taste and nutrition business outlined year-to-date volume growth of 3.6% a

Don’t let parasites cost you this housing season

As cattle come in off grass, how much of your parasite control is down to guesswork? Estimated weights, a dosing gun that has not been checked since last year, or a wormer chosen out of habit can all cost you in performance this winter and in resistance down t

Machinery manufacturer goes under the hammer after 60 years

Following the bankruptcy of crop-protection spraying manufacturer, Delvano, more than 700 lots of equipment are going under the hammer. Founded in 1966, the Belgian company’s bankruptcy was revealed last month. The bankruptcy process was as a result of poor yi

North Cork Creameries urged to set date for AGM

North Cork Creameries is being called on to hold an annual general meeting (AGM) to provide clarity to its milk suppliers. Conor O’Leary, Munster Regional chair of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), told Agriland that suppliers are eager to hear about the c

Bluetongue cases rise to 48

A total of 48 cases of bluetongue have now been detected in Ireland, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine confirmed today (Wednesday, October 21). New cases have been identified in Co. Cork, Co. Wexford, Co. Waterford and Co. Wicklow. Latest figu

‘High-level summit’ on generational renewal set for next month

A “high-level summit” on generational renewal in farming will take place in Co. Kildare next month. The event – the AgRenew Ireland Summit – is organised by the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS), and will take place on November 5 at the Killashee

New strategy aims to make bioeconomy key to rural regeneration

The bioeconomy is “vital to Ireland”, helping us to “use our natural resources in a better, more sustainable way”, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has told a major conference. The Global Bioeconomy Summit is currently taking place in Dublin. The Taoiseach was speakin

How a Limerick dairy farm reduced labour and streamlined breeding

Farming outside Kilteely, Co. Limerick, Denis O’Dea milks 270 cows in a grass-based system. Since installing SenseHub Monitoring Technology and the SenseHub Drafting Gate in 2021, he says the farm has reduced its labour requirement by one full-time equivalent,

Planting winter barley still an option

Planting winter barley remains an option in Northern Ireland according to crops’ specialist, Leigh McClean. The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) adviser explained that this is particularly the case in areas such as Co. Down where high

Warning of high liver fluke risk in livestock this winter

The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) has warned of possible liver fluke infections in cattle and sheep this autumn and winter. Using a forecasting system based on climate data, staff at the institute have predicted that the overall risk of liver fluk

Pics: Knoxtown heifers selling to the tune of €8,100 at dispersal sale

The dispersal sale of the well-known Knoxtown pedigree registered herd in Clonroche Co. Wexford took place on farm this week. The herd, which is run by Sean and Breda Murphy alongside their son Gearóid, is known for high-quality families such as Dairymaid, Erl

Simmental Premier Show and Sale set for Roscommon this Saturday

The Irish Simmental Cattle Society’s Premier Show and Sale will take place at Roscommon Co-Operative Livestock Mart this Saturday (October 24). The sale is expected to feature almost 50 bulls and 80 heifers and according to the cattle breed society “will affor

Three ways to boost the UK’s fragile food security | Letters

Damien Conrad makes the case for local food hubs, Simon Tompsett promotes growing your own food, and Alex Robinson points to reducing waste Your editorial is right to warn that Britain’s food system leaves us dangerously exposed ( The Guardian view on food sec

The Guardian3d ago

Global Dairy Trade rises 2.5%

The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) index has increased following the latest trading event held this week. The index has increased by 2.5%, showing an average price of €3,582/t, at the auction which took place today (Tuesday, October 20). This event saw a total of 42

More bluetongue cases confirmed in Wexford

More cases of bluetongue have been confirmed in Co. Wexford. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has today (Tuesday, October 20) confirmed that the number of bluetongue cases in the country has risen to 39. The majority of these have been bovine

Should farmers think differently about forestry?

Changing the mindset of farmers will be key to developing vibrant forestry and woodland development sectors into the future. This was one of the key messages delivered by Aoife Smith, from Northern Ireland’s Forest Service, courtesy of her presentation to a re

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