Which oat is the goat? Research into 95 types aims to find out – The Irish Times
You are doing a big study on oats. Why? Oats are a very big crop in Ireland. They…
Rise in number of farmers receiving the pension
Ireland’s ageing farming population has been laid bare in the latest Teagasc National Farm Survey. A drop in…
Wicklow man first non-New Zealander to claim coveted sheep-shearing title – The Irish Times
A Co Wicklow man has been crowned New Zealand’s top junior sheep shearer, the first non-national to take…
Varadkar’s urban-rural comments were quick to fuel tempers. But what does the data say? – The Irish Times
Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar has raised hackles among farmers by claiming urban Ireland is paying “all the bills”…
Farmers push for suspension of carbon charges on fertiliser as prices soar due to Iran war – The Irish Times
The farming lobby is pushing the Government to seek the suspension of European Union carbon-related charges on fertiliser…
How to earn up to six figures by planting trees in Ireland – The Irish Times
Forget your stocks and shares; how about trying to do something positive for the environment, while earning some…
Men asked State body staff for ‘big brown envelope’ to settle trespass dispute, court told – The Irish Times
Teagasc workers were told that a “big brown envelope” would be needed to settle a trespass dispute on…
The drivers of obesity that also come with climate impacts – The Irish Times
Obesity is a topic that invites judgment, including self-judgment and, if you’re not careful, lots of body shaming…