Take extra steps to protect stock from extreme weather conditions, DAFM urges

There are greater threats to animal welfare at times of extreme cold like what is being experienced at present.

Livestock, including younger stock, can cope with low temperatures provided they have plenty of feed and shelter. 

Farmers are being urged to take extra care of animals during this spell of cold weather.

The country has experienced low temperatures and heavy snowfall this week, with an ice warning issued by Met Éireann still in place until Saturday morning.