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

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No farm, no ag science, no problem: Balbriggan duo reach Irish Angus final
No farm, no ag science, no problem: Balbriggan duo reach Irish Angus final
In our final instalment for this years Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition profiles we meet a Dublin duo who despite non-traditional introductions to the sector have shot to the final of the competition.

Mon, 09 Nov, 2026

Buying meat at a supermarket.
Irish agri-food exports set a new €20.8bn record value
Dairy has remained the largest Irish agri-food export category, accounting for 34% of total exports and exceeding €7bn for the first time

Mon, 09 Nov, 2026

Nine in ten farmers could reach retirement age in the next 25 years
Nine in ten farmers could reach retirement age in the next 25 years
Minister Heydon confirmed at the AgRenew Ireland Summit that the three year waiting period for farm assets transfer under Succession Farm Partnerships will be removed.

Fri, 06 Nov, 2026

Bull portrait on the ranch
Cattle found dead following animal welfare operation in Clare
The cattle were said to be in poor condition with some found dead following the enforcement operation conducted by the department. 

Thu, 05 Nov, 2026

'You don't need massive changes': Ros Cré students' sustainable beef message
'You don't need massive changes': Ros Cré students' sustainable beef message
A team of Tipperary students aim to educate farmers on how to raise more sustainable and environmentally friendly Angus beef in the fourth instalment of the Certified Irish Angus competition series.

Thu, 05 Nov, 2026

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Lamb prices hold as finishers await seasonal lift
Factory lamb prices remain steady and demand is positive, but finishers of bought-in stores are still waiting for the seasonal lift needed to improve margins

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Close up shot of raw meat hanging on hooks at a slaughterhouse
Strong autumn kill wipes out cattle supply deficit
Strong autumn cattle supplies have pushed 2026 factory throughput ahead of last year for the first time, as beef prices settle following the tightening of top-up payments

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

New European grassland project launches in Cork
New European grassland project launches in Cork
The GrassWise project is a €8m Horizon Europe Grassland project which spans 13 European countries and New Zealand and is associated with 20 research organisations

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Close-up of the eye of a Negra Avileña cow exposed to the public.
Bluetongue detected in 15 counties as case numbers grow
Bluetongue cases have spiked to 81 across 15 counties, according to the Department of Agriculture's latest figures, with some cases displaying clinical signs

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Mart reports from Kanturk, Kilmallock, Ennis, Dowra, Balla, Castlerea and Kilkenny
Mart reports from Kanturk, Kilmallock, Ennis, Dowra, Balla, Castlerea and Kilkenny
Top dry cow prices included a Friesian dry cow weighing 665kg and selling for €1,940

Wed, 04 Nov, 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

Tue, 03 Nov, 2026

Winter is coming: Burren cattle head for the hills
Winter is coming: Burren cattle head for the hills
In the Burren, a special and rather unique practice hundreds of years old takes place as cattle are herded upland to spend the winter months on the famous limestone landscape. 

Tue, 03 Nov, 2026

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ICMSA urge farmers to identify ESB contractors after 'instances of stock being injured'
Following reports of blocked drains and broken fencing leading to the injury of livestock, the ICSMA have urged farmers to document the names of contractors working on behalf of the ESB

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

Beef cattle feeding in Dumfries and Galloway, south west Scotland
Processors should 'stop trying the tricks' and work with farmers on prices — ICMSA
ICMSA warns factories if they do not start improving prices offered to farmers and finishers, 'there won't be any cattle next spring'

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

Sustainability doesn’t have to break the bank: Waterford students reach competition finals
Sustainability doesn’t have to break the bank: Waterford students reach competition finals
For our third instalment of the Certified Irish Angus Competition series, the Irish Examiner caught up with the finalist team from Abbey Community College, who hope to educate farmers on economically sustainable strategies

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

Bull portrait on the ranch
Pre-Christmas Beef Prices: Processors trim rates amid strong supplier resistance
"There seems to be more determination by the factories to pull their prices further this week"

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

Brian Reidy: Breeding plans now for autumn 2027 calving
Brian Reidy: Breeding plans now for autumn 2027 calving
Cows, be they milking or rearing a calf, need to be in positive energy to improve conception rates.

Tue, 27 Oct, 2026

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Unanimous EU fish council agreement marks major milestone for CAP 2028-2034
Following a vote, the Agri-fish Council reached a unanimous agreement surrounding the framework of the future Common Agricultural Policy for 2028-2034

Tue, 27 Oct, 2026

Managing the risk of mycotoxins in winter feed
Managing the risk of mycotoxins in winter feed
Mycotoxins are everywhere, and contamination can affect even the most well-run farms. In ruminant feeds, they can be a significant health and performance issue, writes Thomas O'Sullivan

Mon, 26 Oct, 2026

Three piles of coins placed on the ground and plant growing beside in nature.
Cork farmers to receive largest portion of the €551m issued for BISS and CRISS
Cork farmers will receive a total of over €64m to be issued this week for BISS and CRISS support payments to qualifying farmers. 

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

Autumn preparations begin for 200 ewes and hoggets
Autumn preparations begin for 200 ewes and hoggets
With the rams out and numbers increasing to around 200 ewes and hoggets for spring lambing, Michael Forde is focusing on body condition, grass supplies and preparations for the months ahead

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

Close-up of the eye of a Negra Avileña cow exposed to the public.
Irish experts react to first human case of Shamonda virus
Following the death of a patient and two known positive cases of Shamonda virus in cattle in Ireland has prompted experts to asses potential animal and human risks

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

One eye cow and flies, close up of a dairy red and white, looking calm and tranquil
First human death as a result of Shamonda virus reported in France
A man in France who contracted Shamonda virus, the first known case of the disease in humans died in early October.

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

AgRenew Summit to focus on Ireland’s next generation of farmers
AgRenew Summit to focus on Ireland’s next generation of farmers
The summit, hosted by Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS), will host a variety of panelists from young farmers, academics, politicians and co-op leaders

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

Black and white dairy cow grazing contentedly relaxed and happy while other cows graze behind. Methane and greenhouse gases a bi
Rapid recovery in autumn grass has improved national feed supply
Following a survey of dairy and drystock farms across the country, Teagasc has reported just over 5% of farms have severe fodder deficits after the drought experienced earlier this year

Wed, 21 Oct, 2026

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