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Pedigree
Oscar takes the golden globe in Nenagh
Shanon Kinahan
With a clearance rate just shy of 90%, the final Irish Hereford Breed Society show and sale of the season proved to be another major success, writes Shanon Kinahan.
23 May 2023 Pedigree
In pictures: Tina was simply the best at Nobber Show
Shanon Kinahan attended Nobber Show in Co Meath on Sunday where Carrickmore Tina was selected as the supreme champion of the show.
18 May 2023 Breeding & health
Top of €5,100 for Herefords in Nenagh
Shanon Kinahan reports from the Irish Hereford Cattle Society show and sale in Nenagh.
Sunshine and smiles for Balmyle Sandy in Balmoral
As Balmoral Show 2023 draws to an end, Shanon Kinahan takes a look back on this year’s champions.
17 May 2023 Pedigree
Camera at the Mart: traditional types tumble to the top in Corrin
Shanon Kinahan reports form Corrin Mart in Fermoy on Tuesday, where traditional-bred cattle dominated the trade.
17 May 2023 Markets
Beef Trends: finisher frustration mounting
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest factory quotes for factory finished stock.
17 May 2023 Markets
Kings and queens reign at Kingdom County Fair
Shanon Kinahan attended the Kingdom County Fair on Sunday for the second agricultural show of the year which saw exhibitors attending from all over Munster.
10 May 2023 Pedigree
Top tips to top the show ring
Entering the show ring can be a daunting experience especially if it is your first time. Check out some of the top tips to showing a champion here.
10 May 2023 Shows & showing
Balmoral Show 2023: follow the action live
The Irish Farmers Journal team is on the ground at Balmoral and bringing you all the news and views from the show rings.
10 May 2023 Pedigree
An honour to judge at Balmoral
Shanon Kinahan recently caught up with this year’s judges ahead of the prestigious Balmoral Show.
3 May 2023 Pedigree
Watch: prices remain firm in Newport
Shanon Kinahan reports from the weekly cattle sale in Newport Mart, where the trade topped at €2,420 for a cow and calf pair.
27 April 2023 Markets
Camera at the Mart: super sale of suck calves in Dungarvan
With just over 500 calves passing through the ring in Dungarvan Mart, trade is remaining solid for the stronger fed calves, Shanon Kinahan writes.
26 April 2023 Markets