The enthusiasm of young members was celebrated, when the Cork Holstein Friesian Club took a break from the bad weather for their annual summer barbecue and herds competition prize-giving in Kinsale.

AFTER a wet 2009, cows but no rain are on offer next Saturday at the National Dairy Show. The event is completely under cover in the Green Glens Arena at Millstreet, and offers an enjoyable day out for all the family, whatever the weather.

DAIRYGOLD AGRI and Macroom Mills have announced a €25 per tonne rebate on all compound dairy feed purchased in May.

DAIRYGOLD Co-op has agreed to purchase the brands and goodwill of Macroom Mills for an undisclosed sum.