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Kerry milk price falls for March supplies
James Hanly
This price is including quality and sustainability bonuses and marks the second successive fall in the milk price at the co-op, down 0.99c/l compared with February.
15 April 2025 News
Dairygold sets milk price for March
The figure, based on constituents of 3.3% protein and 3.6% butterfat, is unchanged from the price set at the start of the 2025 and is inclusive of a 1.47c/l sustainability and quality payment.
15 April 2025 News
Lakeland Dairies farm to host Teagasc Signpost water quality event
The event will cover nutrient management and clover performance, plus managing mid-season grass to maximise milk production.
Milk supply on the rise – FRS
The latest Calving Insights survey found the weak grass growth levels in early March forced many farmers to increase concentrate levels and feed silage by night to bolster early milk volumes.
9 April 2025 News
In pictures: insatiable demand as cows average over €3,050 in New Ross
The 130 freshly calved heifers and cows from the high-performing Battlestown herd generated interest from all corners of Ireland.
9 April 2025 News
Ornua PPI falls for month of March
A spokesperson for Ornua said: “The results reflect a softening in market returns for some product categories over the month of March.”
9 April 2025 News
Dairygold reports increased earnings for 2024
Processor says reduced milk supply and lower whey prices hit milk price.
9 April 2025 News
Editorial: TB stalemate
Managing this disease is costing farmers north and south endless millions, and is also causing significant stress and mental fatigue.
2 April 2025 Viewpoints
Bluetongue to dent EU milk supply
Milk production is expected to fall in Germany, France and Netherlands this year as a consequence of bluetongue.
2 April 2025 News
NDC and Kerrygold milk awards opens for entries
The annual awards, now in its 16th year, aims to champion the high standards in dairy farming and milk production in Ireland and is now open for entries.
1 April 2025 News
Editorial: ten years on from EU milk quotas
So what of the future? Competitive grassland farming remains the best hand of cards.
26 March 2025 Viewpoints
Consolidation will optimise milk processing – Kerry
The Irish Farmers Journal spoke to the CEOs of Carbery and Kerry Dairy Ireland, about their outlooks for the dairy sector in Ireland and globally.
26 March 2025 News