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

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Olympic rowing champion Paul O’Donovan to help schoolchildren celebrate World School Milk Day
Olympic rowing champion Paul O’Donovan to help schoolchildren celebrate World School Milk Day
The National Dairy Council's live webinar will be held for classes across the country to tune in and hear about the importance of dairy in the diet from a range of speakers, including double Olympic rowing champion Paul O’Donovan

Thu, 03 Sep, 2026

Animal Health Ireland launches events to help farmers prevent cattle lameness
Animal Health Ireland launches events to help farmers prevent cattle lameness
AHI will host two on-farm events highlighting the importance of hoof health and help minimise the €145m cost of lameness in the national dairy herd

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

Succession: Older farmers need an exit and young farmers need a chance
Succession: Older farmers need an exit and young farmers need a chance
Succession and generational renewal have become major points of contention in Irish agriculture, but with an ageing farming population and plenty of young farmers looking to enter the sector, what is holding them back?

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

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Buffer feed 50% of diets on worst drought-hit farms
The data, which was collected through PastureBase Ireland, showed a very significant reduction in grass growth on many farms, especially in Leinster and Munster

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

The sunshine meter was topped up for Iniscarra Show
The sunshine meter was topped up for Iniscarra Show
Between awards, agricultural shows and the welcome return of rain, there has been plenty to celebrate as another busy autumn-calving season approaches.

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

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Irish dairy companies poised to benefit from global protein boom
Whey protein, a by-product of cheese and casein manufacturing, has moved from a low-value dairy stream to one of the most commercially significant functional ingredients in food, beverage and nutrition formulation.

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

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Teagasc invites drought-hit farmers to fodder clinics
A series of webinars with practical advice and the latest information will take place in the regions most impacted and are due to commence this week

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

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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 week on the Irish Examiner digital Farming hub.

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

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Maize silage: Keep a close eye on crop maturity
Brian Reidy reports significant variation in the maize crops he has walked this week

Tue, 01 Sep, 2026

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Co-ops announce increased July milk prices
Co-ops have announced an increase in July milk prices and Tirlán confirms its autumn calving and seasonality payments

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

Co-ops offer weather supports for suppliers
Co-ops offer weather supports for suppliers
Due to the continued dry weather, co-ops are offering suppliers feed support in an effort to offset fodder costs due to poor grass growth. 

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

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Why every grazing system needs a plan B
Flexibility should be the foundation of every resilient dairy system, writes Adam Hanratty from Alltech Ireland.

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

Cow and calf
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 week on the Irish Examiner digital Farming hub

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

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Brian Reidy: Autumn 2026's fodder challenges still need to be addressed
The rain this week, while welcome, will eventually grow September grass and, unfortunately, I have never known September grass to be of great feed value, writes independent ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

Fodder transport subsidy proposed as farmers face severe shortages
Fodder transport subsidy proposed as farmers face severe shortages
ICMSA has called for a fodder transport subsidy to lessen the cost of transporting fodder across the country as fuel costs rise again and grass growth windows begin to shorten

Tue, 25 Aug, 2026

Behind the scenes with the Baileys Champion Dairy Cow
Behind the scenes with the Baileys Champion Dairy Cow
Farming Examiner columnist Paula Hynes had the pleasure of visiting Hillholm Holsteins early on the Sunday morning before Ann left for Virginia to compete at the 2026 Baileys.

Tue, 25 Aug, 2026

Irish Examiner view: €100k cost of drought for farmers
Irish Examiner view: €100k cost of drought for farmers
Many farmers' livelihoods are facing severe strain

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026

Cork cow claims coveted Baileys dairy title
Cork cow claims coveted Baileys dairy title
The Banteer cow, bred by the Forrest family from the same Co Cork parish as its current owners, won the €3,000 championship at the Virginia Show on Wednesday.

Thu, 20 Aug, 2026

Farmers need fodder: Government called on to take action during drought
Farmers need fodder: Government called on to take action during drought
Farming organisations are urging the Department of Agriculture to act to support farmers and ensure enough fodder is available for livestock during the drought and winter

Thu, 20 Aug, 2026

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Agri-Food Regulator wants to hear from primary producers
The Agri-Food Regulator is looking for feedback from farmers, fishers and growers to inform its work

Wed, 19 Aug, 2026

'East Cork, it's like the Sahara Desert': Dread sets in as drought conditions continue 
'East Cork, it's like the Sahara Desert': Dread sets in as drought conditions continue 
With some farmers experiencing grass growth dropping by almost two thirds compared to last years figures the drought has forced farmers to begin feeding winter feed reserves. 

Wed, 19 Aug, 2026

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New dairy feed boosts milk fat while cutting feed costs
High oleic soybeans (HOSB) work better, because they contain a rumen-bypass protein that allows cattle to absorb the energy and nutrients without disrupting normal rumen fermentation

Wed, 19 Aug, 2026

Paula Hynes: From parched paddocks to the final shows of summer
Paula Hynes: From parched paddocks to the final shows of summer
The dry weather is putting farmers under immense pressure, with the extra workload every day of feeding what is realistically a winter diet, writes Aherla dairy farmer and Irish Examiner columnist Paula Hynes

Mon, 17 Aug, 2026

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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

Mon, 17 Aug, 2026

Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers
Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers
This year's annual conference will focus on generational renewal, water quality, climate and Ireland's strengths as a food-producing nation

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026

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