by Jane Marks | Sep 29, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
As we approach mid – September, Autumn reseeding is well underway. To reseed is an effective way to increase productivity on farms. High quality seeds can carry more stock, regrow faster, and helps improve silage. It can also increase live weight gain and uses...
by Jane Marks | Sep 15, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
We have been exhibiting at the ploughing for over 35 years and this year had plans to celebrate our 40th Anniversary on our stand with treats for all. Every year a key focus of our stand is to meet customers and have a cup of tea and a chat. This year FRS invites you...
by Jane Marks | Sep 9, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
Many farmers across the country were left reeling after the arrival of Storm Ellen. Leaving a trail of destruction in its wake, farmers experienced fallen trees, damaged out buildings or in some cases loss of electricity. Unpredictable weather can cause severe...
by Jane Marks | Sep 8, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
Modern Irish farming is progressing with the introduction of automated machines, specialised testing and new technology. Farmers are now entering an era of ‘precision agriculture’. Using data to enhance the quality of a herd can be very effective, especially for dairy...
by Jane Marks | Aug 17, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
At the start of the year suckler farmers were strongly encouraged to apply for the new Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot – Suckler (BEEP-S) scheme. Introduced in 2019, the BEAM scheme together with the BEEP scheme provided €120 million financial assistance to...
by Jane Marks | Aug 13, 2020 | Farm Services News & Articles
By FRS Network CEO, Peter Byrne It’s now forty years since the national structure to coordinate Farm Relief Services in Ireland was established. Our aim was to further develop and diversify existing services and ensure that farm relief services were available across...
