MICHELLE GILDERNEW has praised farmers’ resilience and initiative in livestock and bloodstock breeding despite economic downturn.

TAOISEACH Brian Cowen has signed a memo of understanding with China with regard to the export of bovine semen from Ireland.

CATTLE breeders from Kerry, Roscommon, Clare, Cork, Donegal and Offaly were honoured at the 2007 RDS Champion of Champions awards presentation.

Marts: There was a strong export trade for the top quality weanlings for the Italian market at a Show and Sale at Kilmallock Mart where up to €675 over was paid for the tops of the continental bulls.