Irish Farmers Journal podcasts

This week, Stephen is joined by Gary, Adam, Darren, and Aidan to discuss the recent rise in fuel prices and what it means for contractors. Adam covers the EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement, the beef trade and the bluetongue vaccine scheme. Darren investigates how the trade for light cattle is powering ahead despite pressures on beef price, and Aidan has the latest on the proposed Aurivo and Dale Farm merger, now off the table.
We also hear from Stephen Carey of Grassland AGRO on maximising production while reducing nitrogen costs.

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This week’s Tillage Podcast focuses on prioritising jobs in the fields, sowing, markets, the tillage payment and the whiskey technical file. We have a chat with Alister McRobbie of Corteva on herbicides for winter and spring crops and as always, we have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Bloodlines, Sweat and Tears, the Irish Horse Breeding podcast from Irish Country Living and The Irish Field, host Helen Sharp explores the enduring influence of Thoroughbred blood on Irish sport horse breeding.
Long valued for adding stamina, sharpness and athletic refinement, the Thoroughbred has helped shape the success of the modern Irish Sport Horse. But as breeding trends evolve, is that influence changing—and what does it mean for the future?
Helen is joined by an expert panel including Dr Alison Corbally, Dr Andrea Ryan, and Chris Ryan of Scarteen House. Together, they discuss the history, practical considerations, and future role of Thoroughbred blood in Irish Sport Horse breeding.
A must-listen for breeders, producers and anyone passionate about the evolution of the Irish sport horse, this episode asks a key question: does the next generation still need that famous Thoroughbred edge? You can join the conversation by leaving comment in the box below the podcast player you are listening with.
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In this week’s episode of Inside the Farmers Journal, host Amy Forde brings you the latest stories shaping Irish agriculture.
From rising diesel prices to ongoing developments in CAP reform, Amy breaks down the key headlines from this week’s Irish Farmers Journal. The episode also features updates from the Minister for Agriculture on bluetongue, along with the latest news on TAMS supports.
Plus, Amy is joined by Jacqueline Hogge to discuss a powerful and eye-opening exclusive report revealing how some farmers are being forced to sell cattle to repay drug-related debts.
A sharp and informative listen covering the issues that matter most to farmers across Ireland.
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This week on Inside Dairy, we break down the latest movements in dairy markets as global uncertainty intensifies, with turmoil in the Middle East adding fresh volatility and raising questions for the months ahead.
We also check in on conditions on the ground, with an update on how farmers are progressing with grazing and what it means for early-season performance.
Laois dairy farmer John Keane joins us for this week’s interview, sharing his experience from the farm and his outlook for the season ahead.
Later in the episode, we take a practical look at fertiliser—exploring the options currently available to farmers and how best to approach purchasing decisions in a high-cost environment.
Plus, we examine the rise of GLP-1 drugs and what their impact could be on dairy consumption and the wider industry.
All that and more on this week’s Inside Dairy.

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