by Jane Marks | Oct 30, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
In the latest episode of the Agricultural Science Association’s podcast, Council member Philip O’Connor of IFAC speaks with Peter Byrne, CEO of National Co-op Farm Relief Services (NCFRS). In this podcast, Peter chats to Philip about his role in creating...
by Jane Marks | Oct 27, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
With cold weather fast approaching and evenings closing in, it is time for farmers to get Winter ready. During Winter, good maintenance of all aspects of farming is vital. A lot of farm activities need to be considered so we have put together a list of items for...
by Jane Marks | Oct 21, 2020 | Farm Services Archives
The Minister for Agriculture announced an increase of spend 11% (179m) for Irish agriculture for Budget 2021 compared to 2020. He confirmed that his Department is extending existing Rural Development Programme (RDP) schemes including: Areas Facing Natural Constraints...
by Jane Marks | Oct 13, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
By Jim Dockery, FRS Network Health & Safety Manager The only thing in the world we all have in equal amounts of is Time. Some Farmers manage theirs much better that others. I once worked on a very busy dairy farm and after 3 days in the job the farmer called me...
by Jane Marks | Oct 6, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
At this time of year, sheep farmers need to look ahead to next Spring to plan their lambing system. There is no one ‘best’ strategy, farmers need to consider their own resources, farming goals and objectives to decide the best system for them. Considerations Other...
