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It was estimated that 15% of farms could see significant deficits if February/March weather conditions are poorer than normal.

The National Fodder and Food Security Committee (NFFSC) heard how the "hangover" from high fertiliser prices is impacting the supply chain.

Late spring could see 15% of dairy and beef farms short of fodder - 25 January 2024

The National Fodder and Food Security Committee (NFFSC) has heard how farmers around the country have been struggling to secure straw.

CSO median house price: €353,0002024 prediction: up 3%The main demand in Cork city south this year has come from those relocating from Dublin and the UK. “We’ve always seen a bit of it but it has

The fortunes of blue chip employers play a big part in the demand for homes in the west suburbs and in early 2024, the news from these is mixed.

Prices in Cork city centre are up by 5pc on a year ago. Thanks to interest rate increases, the pace eased down somewhat from the 7pc inflation hike experienced in the previous year.

House prices in North County Cork are up 3pc on a year ago and as is the case in other parts of the country, the supply of homes is currently very tight.

Prices in the north suburbs are up by 7pc year-on-year with some notable improvements to the infrastructure of the district that was historically home to Cork’s merchant classes.

Prices are up 7pc in the south suburbs, somewhat lower than the 9pc experienced in the previous year but still a substantial challenge for those who hope to buy here in the year ahead.