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A collection of the latest news, views and analysis from the farming desk on the topic of Dairy.

<p>The Women's Day event will be an opportunity for female farmers and stakeholders to network, as well attending a panel discussion.</p>

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Celebrating women driving progress across Irish agriculture

Tickets now available for the third annual International Women's Day lunch hosted by Macra and the Agricultural Science Association

<p>The General Administration of Customs China was informed of the outbreak and subsequently decided to suspend acceptance of Irish beef exported from Ireland with effect from January 27.</p>

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China suspends beef exports from Ireland following bluetongue outbreak

<p>India is said to be a 'strategically important' market for the dairy sector. File photo</p>

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No boost for dairy in EU-India deal

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DairyBeef 500 conference to focus on calf sourcing, better genetics and health

Tipperary family wins Dairygold Malting Barley competition

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Tipperary family wins Dairygold Malting Barley competition

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Proposed changes to Eco Scheme a 'meaningless measure'

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AMINAM HEALTH BLUETONGUE DISEASE SHEEP

Bluetongue outbreak confirmed in Wexford

Following a confirmed outbreak of bluetongue on a farm in Wexford, agriculture minister Martin Heydon reminds farmers vaccines for the virus are now available

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

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Two in five farmers have no formal successor as ageing demographics fuel looming succession crisis

The newest Ifac Farm Report has revealed that two in five farmers have no formal successor despite the ageing population, succession planning proving to be a ongoing challenge

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

Macra demands immediate action on young farmer supports

Macra demands immediate action on young farmer supports

Macra president Josephine O'Neill said urgent action was required to support young farmers and warned delaying until CAP 2028 would be 'simply too late'

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

Female veterinarian at work

Wide variation among vets' decisions on calving management revealed

Survey of 64 Irish vets show they are up-to-date with current recommended best practices in calving management

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Selective focus shot of milk bottling factory

ICMSA call for EU-wide voluntary milk supply reduction scheme to prevent farmer ‘wipeout’

IMCSA president, Denis Drennan, has called for an EU-wide voluntary milk supply reduction scheme similar to the one in 2016 to help stabilise the falling farmer milk price

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

An aerial view of the rural landscape around Dublin Airport , Ireland, showing a patchwork of green fields divided by hedgerows

Kerry Group recognised as global leader in climate, forest and water security

Kerry achieved an ‘A’ rating for climate change, the highest score available, placing the company among the top 4% of companies assessed globally by the Carbon Disclosure Project

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Tirlán expands water quality learnings across Co-op catchment

Tirlán expands water quality learnings across Co-op catchment

Tirlán set to expand its 'Farming for Water' project in an effort to improve on-farm economic and environmental performances with members

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

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Domestic milk intake in the 11 months to November 2025 up 5%

According to the latest Central Statistics Office report, domestic milk intake rose by 5.1% (419.1 million litres) from January to November last year

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Mince and steaks from the butcher's store - English Market, Cork, Ireland

Irish beef allowed back into Chinese market

This week, China announced the reopening of its markets to Irish beef imports

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

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Farming organisations welcome Government decision to oppose Mercosur

The Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association, the Irish Farmers’ Association, and Meat Industry Ireland all welcomed the decision

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026

Irish MEP appointed to lead CAP role

Irish MEP appointed to lead CAP role

MEP Nina Carberry has been appointed to lead negotiations going forward on the future Common Agricultural Policy (2028-2034)

Wed, 07 Jan, 2026

Cows being fed fodder housed in winter, Roscommon, Ireland.

Teagasc advises rechecking cattle two to three weeks after lice dosing

Clipping cattle along the back and around the tail head reduces sweating, helps animals stay cleaner, and makes it more difficult for lice to move and multiply

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026

Mince and steaks from the butcher's store - English Market, Cork, Ireland

Vietnamese market now open to Irish beef exports

Irish beef and beef products have been approved to enter the Vietnamese market, where rising incomes and a growing middle class have increased demand for premium proteins

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

A cows on a pasture on a summer. Livestock on free grazing. Livestock farm. Agricultural landscape, cow on green grass field.

Second Farmed Animal Biosecurity Strategy launched

With the emerging biosecurity threats on the island the Department of Agriculture has launched the second National Farmed Animal Biosecurity Strategy (2025-2030) ahead of the new year

Wed, 31 Dec, 2025

Cow eating in a milk production farm

Herd Tasks: Your weekly farming checklist

Your weekly reminder of the things that should be at the top of your farm to-do list. Published every Monday on the Irish Examiner digital Farming hub.

Tue, 30 Dec, 2025

Small farms to benefit most from derogation, says senator

Small farms to benefit most from derogation, says senator

'We have three years now to look at the alternatives and at what the future is for the derogation in Ireland. Could it be the unthinkable, a future without derogation? What might that look like?'

Tue, 30 Dec, 2025

Animal Health Ireland recognised by the United Nations

Animal Health Ireland recognised by the United Nations

Animal Health Ireland has been recognised by the FAO for its technical excellence and innovation in sustainable livestock transformation and animal health.

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

AMINAM HEALTH BLUETONGUE DISEASE SHEEP

Bluetongue vaccinations will be permitted in 2026

Minister for Agriculture, Martin Heydon, has announced today that blue tongue vaccines will be permitted in Ireland in 2026 following a fourth confirmed outbreak in Northern Ireland

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

One eye cow and flies, close up of a dairy red and white, looking calm and tranquil

Bluetongue cases suspected on fourth Northern Ireland farm

The North's Department of Agriculture has announced two further suspected bluetongue cases have emerged on a fourth Co Down farm

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

Animal Health Ireland announce the BVD action plan for 2026

Animal Health Ireland announce the BVD action plan for 2026

AHI also published an IFAC-led report that found the programme has a total economic benefit to Irish agriculture of €184.21m each year

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

Mouldy maize silage in close up on a dairy farm

The hidden issue of mycotoxins — and what you can do about them

Mycotoxins are becoming an ever-increasing issue on Irish farms

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

Budget calculation

Budget concerns for non-Vat registered farmers

ICOS has raised concerns regarding the reduction of the flat-rate farmers' Vat top-up from 5.1% to 4.5% will create an imbalance for non-Vat registered farmers

Tue, 16 Dec, 2025

Milk in the Making

Call to halt livestock imports as bluetongue threat grows

ICSA president Sean McNamara has called for processors to stop the import of livestock over the border from Northern Ireland, effective immediately

Tue, 16 Dec, 2025

Mayo man awarded the Plunkett Award for Co-operative Endeavour

Mayo man awarded the Plunkett Award for Co-operative Endeavour

Pádraig Gibbons from Westport, Co Mayo, received the highest national honour from ICOS

Tue, 16 Dec, 2025

Limerick native elected to Dairygold board of directors

Limerick native elected to Dairygold board of directors

Gerald Kirby from Ballyneety, Co Limerick, has been recently elected to the Dairygold board of directors and will assume the role in the new year

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

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