The problems in the beef sector are at the top of the agenda, but it is important to remember that there are significant challenges facing all sectors.
Increased imports of cheap British barley are being blamed by local cereal growers for keeping downward pressure on harvest prices.
Every year we have extra stress at harvest and this year is no different. Trying to get everything cut and dried has been a real challenge.
Five sheep plants and close to 10 beef factories are expected to be inspected by Chinese officials who are due to visit Ireland during the last week of August.
Irish beef prices saw the strongest decline recorded across the EU's beef markets during the last month, according to new figures from the European Commission.
A two-tier pricing structure for milk is emerging in Ireland, the ICMSA has claimed.
A pair of tourists face up to six years in prison after allegedly stealing a large quantity of sand from the pristine beaches of Sardinia.
