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Irish Grown Wool Council panel discussion at Showcase Ireland
The Irish Grown Wool Council will today (Monday, January 20) host a panel discussion at one of Ireland’s largest international...
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50,000 sheep farmers receive guide on wool value
‘Shear Success’ a new guide for farmers on how to maximise their wool value, has been delivered to almost 50,000...
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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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The Offaly bedding company taking pride in Irish wool
A company based in Co. Offaly is aiming to market fully traceable bedding products made using wool from Irish farms....
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Teagasc and wool council produce videos on shearing best practice
The Irish Grown Wool Council (IGWC) and Teagasc have jointly filmed two short videos to provide “tips and techniques” for...
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TD finds it 'extraordinary that wool is classified as a waste product'
Independent TD for Galway West Catherine Connolly has told the Dáil that she finds it “extraordinary that wool is classified as...
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Irish Grown Wool Council rejects criticism of St. Patrick's Day gifts
The Irish Grown Wool Council’s (IGWC) has rejected criticism from the Sinn Féin spokesperson on agriculture over the government’s decision...
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Hackett: 'The world is our oyster when it comes to wool'
The potential of Ireland’s wool industry was recently discussed in the Dáil where it was acknowledged that the product requires new...
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How are wool prices standing for Irish producers?
Prices to be paid to Irish wool producers in 2024 look set to remain similar to those received for 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...
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Call for more support for wool industry including synthetic levy
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers’ Association (INHFA) has called for a significant increase in support for the Irish Grown...
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ICSA welcomes official launch of Irish Grown Wool Council
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA) has strongly welcomed the official formation of the all-island Irish Grown Wool...
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New research and innovation hub to support wool council
A new research and innovation hub has been created to provide technical expertise to the recently formed all-island Irish Grown...