Agri-Business
Watch: Macra meeting hears generational renewal concerns
Around 50 people attended a Macra meeting in Co. Limerick last night (Wednesday, January 15) to share their concerns around...
Limerick
Rural Life
Search underway for stolen milk machine units in Co. Limerick
Gardaà are investigating a burglary at a farm in the Bulgaden area, Co. Limerick, where it is believed that five...
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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...
Agri-Business
Nestle outlines cost of closing Limerick infant formula plant
By Gordon Deegan Food giant, Nestle has put a €472.4 million cost on its decision to shut down its Wyeth Nutritionals infant formula plant...
Dairy
2024 ending on 'a good note' for dairy farmers - O'Mara
The year is “ending on a good note with increases in milk prices and good autumn grazing conditions” for dairy...
Forestry
Woodland owners express anger over state of forestry sector
At the annual general meeting (AGM) of Limerick and Tipperary Woodland Owners (LTWO) last Saturday (November 16) in Tipperary Town,...
Dairy
Limerick Racecourse to host National Dairy Conference next week
The Teagasc National Dairy Conference will take place at Limerick Racecourse in Patrickwell, Co. Limerick on Wednesday, November 27. The...
Environment
Turning over a new leaf in a natural approach to growing food
Limerick-based Kevin Wallace may not have come from a farming background, but his energy and enthusiasm for a natural approach...
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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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...
Agri-Business
Biomethane company to build 4 new agri-plants in Ireland
Cycle0 Group, the end-to-end biomethane platform that builds, owns and operates plants across Europe has today (Wednesday, October 9) announced...
Organics
First line-up of speakers confirmed for BioFarm 2024
National Organic Training Skillnet (NOTS) has confirmed the return of its seventh annual biological farming conference, BioFarm 2024. Hailed as...
Dairy
Watch: The multi-award winning dairy farmer who likes a challenge
Hundreds of people attended the national milk quality farm walk on the Macnamara family dairy farm in Co. Limerick yesterday...
Agri-Business
UL confirms withdrawal of vet school bid amid cost concerns
The University of Limerick (UL) has this afternoon (Thursday, September 12) confirmed that it has officially withdrawn from the competition...
Agri Politics
Independent Ireland set to unveil election manifesto at first party 'think-in'
Independent Ireland will officially unveil its general election manifesto at the party’s first ‘think-in’, which will take place today (Saturday,...
Rural Life
Garda investigation underway into death of man on Limerick farm
A Garda investigation is underway following a fatal incident on a farm in Co. Limerick. It is understood that 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...
Agri-Business
Sexed semen is key to breeding programme on Limerick dairy farm
The use of sexed semen helped Crinagee Dairies in Co. Limerick achieve conception to first service rates of 73% last...
Rural Life
N/M20 motorway letter 'does not confirm' intentions to issue CPOs
The project team behind the proposed N/M20 Cork to Limerick motorway have confirmed landowners who recently received a letter outlining...
Rural Life
Minister seeks legal advice on banning XL bully dogs
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys is seeking advice from the Attorney General on how a ban on...
Agri-Business
Pre-tax profits almost double at Limerick-based Sysco Foods
By Gordon Deegan Pre-tax profits at the Irish arm of US food giant Sysco Foods last financial year almost doubled...