Farmview April 9th..Coming up on this week’s edition of Farmview here on WLR FM, we’ve a packed programme with plenty of insight, updates, and real on-the-ground farming experience from across the region. We begin this week in West Waterford, where we’ll be talking to a Cappoquin farmer who is part of a progressive three-way partnership alongside his father and brother. Together, they run a mixed dairy and tillage enterprise, combining traditional farming values with modern efficiencies. We’ll hear how the partnership model is working for them day-to-day, how responsibilities are divided, and the benefits and challenges of working so closely as a family unit. He’ll also share how they’ve managed to grow and sustain both sides of the business, from maintaining herd performance in the dairy operation to managing crops on the tillage side. With input costs, weather pressures, and environmental considerations all playing a role, it’s a fascinating look at how one local farm is adapting and planning for the future. Whether you’re in a partnership yourself or considering one, there’s plenty to take away from this conversation. Next on the programme, we turn our attention to a very practical tool that’s been helping farmers stay one step ahead when it comes to animal health. The Irish Farmers Journal has expanded its highly successful Dairy Herd Health Farm Alert text service — and it’s now available to both beef and sheep farmers. We’ll explain how the service works, what kind of alerts farmers can expect to receive, and how timely information can make a real difference when it comes to disease prevention and herd management. From parasite warnings to weather-related risks, this service is designed to deliver concise, relevant updates straight to your phone. We’ll also discuss how the expansion into the beef and sheep sectors reflects growing demand for quick, reliable information across all areas of farming. Staying with livestock, we’ll also have the latest update on mart trade this spring. It’s been a busy period in marts across the region, with strong demand in some areas and tighter margins in others. We’ll break down the trends in prices, farmer activity, and what’s driving the current market. And to guide us through it all, we’ll be joined by Kevin Casey, Manager of Dungarvan Mart. Kevin will share his insights into how trade has been performing in recent weeks, what he’s seeing ringside, and how buyers and sellers are responding to current conditions. Importantly, Kevin will also bring us up to speed on the new TB regulations that are coming into effect. These changes are set to have a significant impact on farmers, and we’ll be discussing what they mean in practical terms — from testing requirements to movement restrictions — and how farmers can best prepare. So, whether you’re focused on improving herd health, keeping an eye on market trends, or just interested in how other farmers are navigating today’s challenges, we’ve something for you. That’s all coming up on Farmview here on WLR FM — stay tuned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
