Average national land prices fell by 6% year on year in 2019 driven in the main by a decrease in the prices for dairy, beef and cereals. The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland / Teagasc Agricultural Land Market Review and Outlook Report 2020 found the average price of an acre nationally without a residence was […]
Farmers are being offered a new tool to spot crop diseases more effectively this spring. A new mobile phone app, Skippy Scout, has been developed by technology pioneer Drone Ag to pinpoint diseases such as yellow rust and Septoria tritici earlier using drone imagery. “Spotting the signs of common diseases as early as possible has […]
The Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI), the statutory body responsible for the regulation and management of the practise of veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing in the state, has issued a guidance note to veterinary professionals on the subject of COVID-19 and passive transfer to animals. Included is a protocol for veterinary practitioners and veterinary nurses […]
Agriculture in the future will see increasing use of scientifically precise farming techniques, where automated ‘agro-bots’ monitor, treat and work the land, using advanced technology designed to help maximise yields and minimise disease. With its extensive experience in automation and agricultural mechanisation, Yanmar is now showing the way in advanced field robotics research. Time for […]
The GT5048 is powered by a new and over 10% stronger Kubota diesel engine with 36 kW / 50 hp. To keep emissions to a minimum and to meet Stage V emission standards, it is equipped with a catalytic converter (DOC) and a particulate filter (DPF). The new engine has a larger displacement and higher […]
The Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI), the statutory body responsible for the regulation and management of the practise of veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing in the state, has published its annual report for 2019. 2019 saw an increase in the number of veterinary practitioners and veterinary nurses joining the VCI Register. The total number of […]
Fendt is advocating trailed sprayers as a sensible investment for farmers looking to invest in new technology without committing to a self-propelled machine. “Our new range of Rogator trailed sprayers give farmers the technology, stability and capacity of a self-propelled machine whilst making best use of existing tractor capacity,” says James Wallington, sprayer specialist at […]
Coillte is reminding members of the public that the Government Covid-19 related restrictions are still in place and that members of the public should stay at home or within 2 kilometers of their home. This is especially important as, due to the prolonged spell of dry weather, there is an increased risk of fire around […]
Grant Thornton has commented on the Statistical Review of Northern Ireland Agriculture 2019 published this morning by DAERA. Commenting on Statistical Review of Northern Ireland Agriculture 2019, Charlie Kerlin, Head of Agri Food at leading business advisory firm Grant Thornton in Belfast, said: “The statistical review for 2019 showed that farm incomes declined considerably over […]
The Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI), the statutory body responsible for the regulation and management of the practise of veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing in the state, has issued guidance to veterinary registrants regarding COVID-19, following updated Government restrictions to curtail the spread of the virus, which came into effect at midnight on Friday, 27th of […]
