Slurry spreading deadline extended due to unusual summer weather
Irish authorities granted a seven-day extension for spreading slurry following challenging weather conditions and recent drought impacts. Farmers must register with the Department of Agriculture before carrying out application work.
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Cavan County Council
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The Government announced a one-week extension to the slurry spreading deadline, offering much-needed relief to agricultural workers across the country. The adjustment comes in response to exceptional weather over the summer period and a recent surge in grass growth in regions that were previously impacted by drought.
Under the updated schedule, slurry application will be permitted this year up to Wednesday 7 October. The nationwide closed period for slurry spreading will subsequently commence on Thursday 8 October, requiring all practitioners to cease operations.
In order to avail of the extension, farmers will be asked to register with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine in advance of spreading. Further details and registration guidance are available on the official website.
Under the updated schedule, slurry application will be permitted this year up to Wednesday 7 October. The nationwide closed period for slurry spreading will subsequently commence on Thursday 8 October, requiring all practitioners to cease operations.
In order to avail of the extension, farmers will be asked to register with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine in advance of spreading. Further details and registration guidance are available on the official website.
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