Rural Life
Gardaí in Kildare seize horses because of 'animal welfare concerns'
An Garda Síochána has appealed to people to “please take care of your animals” after they were forced to seize...
Horses
Rural Life
57 stray horses and ponies seized by Limerick Coco this year
57 stray horses and ponies have been seized and detained by Limerick City and County Council between January and October...
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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...
Rural Life
How to keep your pets safe this Hallowe'en
The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA) has issued tips and advice to pet owners ahead...
Rural Life
Relief for Kerry farmer as missing miniature horses recovered
A Kerry farmer has told Agriland of his “massive relief” after his miniature horses which were believed to have been...
Rural Life
Kerry farmer appeals for information after mare and foal stolen
A Kerry farmer is appealing for information from the public after a miniature mare and foal were stolen from his...
Agri-Business
DAFM: No approval sought yet for new horse slaughter plant
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) said that it has not yet received any applications to date...
Agri-Business
EU Commission discusses horse traceability with member states
The European Commission has reminded EU member states of their obligations when it comes to horse traceability. The commission met...
Agri-Business
DAFM to meet EU officials on horse traceability concerns
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) will meet with European Commission officials next week to discuss the...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Rural Life
641 thoroughbred horses have been slaughtered to-date in 2024
The number of thoroughbred horses slaughtered in 2024 to-date has been confirmed by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine...
Rural Life
Watch: Protesters at Dáil call for permanent closure of horse abattoir
Around 100 protesters gathered outside government buildings today (Tuesday, June 18) to call for the permanent closure of Ireland’s only...
Rural Life
Operations at horse abattoir in Co. Kildare suspended by minister
Operations at Ireland’s only horse abattoir, Shannonside Foods have been suspended by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine...
Rural Life
Protesters gather at horse abattoir following exposed animal abuse
Around 300 protesters gathered outside Ireland’s only horse abattoir today (Saturday, June 15) in light of a recent investigation on...
Agri-Business
Minister: 'Every appropriate step' being taken in horse investigation
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue has said that “every appropriate step” is being taken in an...
Agri-Business
DAFM investigating supply of horses for slaughter
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is currently investigating the treatment of horses destined for slaughter. The...
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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...
Rural Life
ISPCA appeals for 'urgent' foster homes after several rescues
The Irish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA) has appealed for “urgent” foster homes for 24 rescued ponies,...
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...
N.Ireland
Injectable medicines for dogs and horses seized in Belfast
Medicines for dogs and horses have been seized by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Belfast. In a...
Rural Life
Galway farmer brushes shoulders with horses and supermodels
It could be said that celebrity hairdresser and art director, James Brown, brings a star quality to farming – tending...