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TB detected in an alpaca in south Co. Dublin
A school in south Co. Dublin has confirmed the detection of bovine tuberculosis (TB) in an alpaca, which died after...
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IFA calls for 'all necessary resources' for Storm Éowyn recovery
IFA president, Francie Gorman, has said it is critical that all necessary resources are deployed to repair the damage caused...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
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MEP calls on gov to accept EU aid as 246,000 still without power
An Irish MEP has called on the government to accept offers of storm aid from the EU, as 246,000 homes,...
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Weather: Cold with dry spells this week, but showers in places
The coming week will be somewhat cold, with dry spells for many but showers in the north and west. However,...
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Emergency response hubs to be set up for areas with power outages
The National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) is helping local authorities set up response hubs in areas impacted by power outages. The...
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100,000 customers may be without power past next Friday
Storm Éowyn brought extensive damage to electricity infrastructure resulting in 768,000 customers losing supply on January 24, with 330,000 still without power...
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Kerry exhibition to focus on food, farming and climate change
The challenges facing our food systems will be the subject of a new art exhibition in Co. Kerry, due to...
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Snow, ice, rain and wind warnings issued for many counties
As the country deals with the aftermath of Storm Éowyn and with Storm Herminia is on the way, Met Éireann...
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Wexford farmer sees benefits of Youngstock Monitoring Technology
Seamus O’Leary, who milks 130 pedigree Holstein Friesian cows at Coolnagree Dairy in Co. Wexford, splits his calving between autumn...
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Meet the sheep farmer who is creating artisanal condiments
From city career woman to sheep farmer and now creator of artisanal and specialty condiments and preserves, Leonie Byrne cannot...
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MREF: Storm impact shows 'lack of climate resilience' in electric grid
Destruction and power outages caused by Storm Éowyn has demonstrated “lack of climate resilience” in the electricity grid, according to...
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Further weather warnings issued with Storm Herminia on the way
Met Éireann has issued further weather warnings for many counties, as Storm Herminia makes its way to Ireland tomorrow Sunday...
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Boyhan: Rural v Dublin 'homecare divide' must be tackled
An independent senator has voiced concerns about a potential rural versus Dublin “homecare divide” which he believes is “leaving rural...
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Unwavering love of farming shaped Portarlington man's life
A Portarlington man with an unwavering love for farming that shaped his life was remembered at a function last night...
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HSA urges 'safety first' during storm clean up
As Storm Éowyn passes through the country today (Friday, January 24) and clean-up operations get underway, the Health and Safety...
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RDS Announces Opening of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards
In its sixth year, the RDS Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards celebrates the work of individuals, farming families and...
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Uisce Éireann: 'Water restoration' efforts underway
Uisce Éireann has warned that an estimated 60,000 people have no access to water and the number of customers without...
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Extensive storm damage to Cootehill Mart sees sales cancelled
The weekly Friday evening cattle sale at Cootehill Mart in Co. Cavan has been cancelled for this evening (Friday, January...
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Met Éireann latest: Snow-ice warning issued for Donegal
Met Éireann today (Friday, January 24) issued a Status Yellow snow and ice weather warning for Donegal that will come...
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Humanitarian Assistance Scheme available through Storm Éowyn
Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary has confirmed that the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme will be available to provide support to...