Making the most of strong beef markets
Beef farmers, industry representatives, researchers and advisors will gather for the Teagasc National Beef Conference to discuss how Irish beef producers can make the most of strong market conditions and plan for a sustainable, profitable future.
“Beef prices have risen sharply over the past year, creating renewed optimism right across the sector,” Director of Teagasc, Professor Frank O’Mara said when announcing the conference that will take place on Tuesday, 18 November at 5pm at the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, County Galway.
“The theme of this year’s conference, ‘Beef Farming 2025: Value, Profit and Renewal’, reflects the opportunity to build on that momentum by investing wisely in farm systems that are profitable, efficient and environmentally sustainable,” Professor O’Mara commented.
Making the right choices
Pearse Kelly, Head of Drystock Knowledge Transfer at Teagasc, commented: “Farmers are in a unique position this year, facing challenges, not of low prices, but of managing higher returns. This conference will help them make the right choices for their farms and families.”
Pearse Kelly recently joined Catherine Egan on a episode of the Beef Edge podcast to preview the National Beef Conference, listen in below:
To enable this, the Teagasc National Beef Conference will host two farmer-focused sessions.
The opening session of the conference, High-Value Weanlings: From Breeding Decisions to Market Demand, will focus on how suckler weanling producers can increase returns through improved cow management and breeding decisions. Speakers will include Professor David Kenny, Teagasc Grange and Dr. Katie Quigley of the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF).
The second session, Beef 2025 and Beyond: Prices, Profits and Passing on the Farm, will examine what is driving high beef prices, how farmers can manage increased profitability, and the critical challenge of generational renewal in Irish farming.
Also commenting on the event, Teagasc Regional Advisory Manager for Galway and Clare, Pat Clarke said: “Hosting the National Beef Conference here in Athenry will shine a spotlight on the realities and opportunities facing beef farmers in the West. With strong cattle values and positive market prospects, it’s an ideal time to share practical insights that can strengthen farm businesses for the future.”
The National Beef Conference starts at 5pm on Tuesday, 18 November, is free to attend, and all are welcome.
For more information and to see the full National Beef Conference programme, visit here.
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