Maeve Hennessy

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Maeve is currently studying for a Bachelor of Arts in geography and linguistics at University of Limerick (UL) with a particular interest in earth science. She is a native of Co. Laois, having come from a sheep and suckler farm. She has gained experience working in the food and drinks industry as well as a farm shop and is a big sporting fan having been selected as vice-captain of her local camogie team in 2022.

Tyrone students win ‘Best NI Beef Week Action’

N.Ireland

Tyrone students win ‘Best NI Beef Week Action’

ABP Angus Youth Challenge pupils took part in NI Beef Week for the chance to be featured on Downtown Country’s...
AgriSearch to host farm walk on red clover establishment

N.Ireland

AgriSearch to host farm walk on red clover establishment

AgriSearch is hosting a farm walk on red clover establishment as part of the ZeroNsile project in partnership with Agri-Food...
Study: One third of bees threatened with extinction

Environment

Study: One third of bees threatened with extinction

In a recent study, the National Biodiversity Data Centre has found that one third of bee species are threatened with...
Bogland facts: From native reptiles to pest-eating plants

Environment

Bogland facts: From native reptiles to pest-eating plants

To celebrate National Biodiversity Week, the Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPCC) are sharing some of the “surprising” to learn facts...
Survey: Over 65% of people do not have a will

Rural Life

Survey: Over 65% of people do not have a will

The Capital Credit Union (CCU) has released the results of its member survey, which showed 66.4% of the 4,019 responses...
Mayo sheep farmer to feature in M&S campaign

Agri-Business

Mayo sheep farmer to feature in M&S campaign

Marks and Spencer (M&S) launched its latest phase of its ‘Farm to Foodhall’ campaign yesterday (Thursday, May 16), with a...
Airtricity €5m fund to make ‘lasting impact’ in rural areas – minister

Rural Life

Airtricity €5m fund to make ‘lasting impact’ in rural areas – minister

SSE Airtricity has launched a €5 million “all-island Community Fund”, with the aim of supporting communities in reaching net zero...
NI veterinary concerns raised at Balmoral Show

N.Ireland

NI veterinary concerns raised at Balmoral Show

The North of Ireland Veterinary Association (NIVA) and the NI Branch of the British Veterinary Association (BVA-NI) have discussed current...
ALDI ‘Bee Happy’ event aims to enhance biodiversity

Environment

ALDI ‘Bee Happy’ event aims to enhance biodiversity

As World Bee Day is taking place on Monday, May 20, ALDI is inviting customers to support biodiversity through the...
Actions to take to reduce silage loss after ‘wettest winter’

Dairy Technical

Actions to take to reduce silage loss after ‘wettest winter’

Farmers harvesting first-cut silage are being warned of “possible fermentation issues” and urged to take preventative action to reduce further...
MP raises concerns over clash of farrier organisations

N.Ireland

MP raises concerns over clash of farrier organisations

Farrier organisation, The Worshipful Company of Farriers (WCF) has reapplied to the Farriers Registration Council (FRC) for approval of farriery...
Men due in court for cutting down ‘world-famous’ sycamore tree

Rural Life

Men due in court for cutting down ‘world-famous’ sycamore tree

Two men are due to appear in court today (Wednesday, May 15), after cutting down the “world-famous” sycamore gap tree...
Agricultural shows require a ‘financial lifeline’ – Lockhart MP

N.Ireland

Agricultural shows require a ‘financial lifeline’ – Lockhart MP

Agricultural shows will require more “financial aid” to safeguard the future of the shows, according to the Democratic Unionist Party’s...
National Biodiversity Week: Ireland’s biodiversity is ‘in crisis’ – minister

Environment

National Biodiversity Week: Ireland’s biodiversity is ‘in crisis’ – minister

Ireland’s nature and wildlife will take “centre stage” for National Biodiversity Week 2024 from Friday, May 17 to Sunday, May...
Agri-businesses feature in National Enterprise Awards

Agri-Business

Agri-businesses feature in National Enterprise Awards

The finalists for this year’s National Enterprise Awards were announced today (Monday, May 13), with various agri-businesses making their mark....
Men charged after 306 cattle worth $250k stolen in WA

Rural Life

Men charged after 306 cattle worth $250k stolen in WA

Three men have been charged with theft after stealing 306 cattle which sold for $250,000 in Western Australia (WA) after...
CSO: 974 new tractors licensed for first quarter in 2024

Agri-Business

CSO: 974 new tractors licensed for first quarter in 2024

For the first quarter of this year (2024) (January to April), 974 new tractors were licensed for the first time,...
RSA highlights the danger of sun glare during fine weather

Rural Life

RSA highlights the danger of sun glare during fine weather

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has urged drivers to be aware of the potential danger of sun glare this weekend....
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