The better weather conditions in the early part of the year have given some respite at Lyons, allowing us to get some ewes back out to grass.
If someone unfamiliar with the suckler sector walked into a packed-to-the-rafters Elphin Mart on a frosty night in early November last year, they would be forgiven for believing they were witnessing a booming industry.
The Ulster Farmers' Union has said it will take part in a demonstration in Westminster urging the UK Government to maintain strict standards on food following Brexit.
Working alone on a farm on a daily basis can have a detrimental effect on mental health and no-one knows that more than South Kerry farmer, John Sheehan.
Factory quotes for cattle yesterday were stuck in gear, with bullocks continuing on €3.60/kg and heifers €3.65/kg.
The better weather conditions in the early part of the year have given some respite at Lyons, allowing us to get some ewes back out to grass.
The Ulster Farmers' Union has said it will take part in a demonstration in Westminster urging the UK Government to maintain strict standards on food following Brexit.
