Rural Life
Kathryn Thomas joins EU milk campaign as ambassador
Broadcaster Kathryn Thomas was announced as an ambassador for a new, EU funded, sustainable milk campaign at Bord Bia Bloom...
National Dairy Council
Dairy News
Survey: Over 70% of consumers willing to pay more for dairy products
Over 70% of consumers are willing pay more for dairy products but only if the price increase is used to...
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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
Irish sports stars to support NDC dairy promotion
Three Irish sports stars are to support the work of the National Dairy Council (NDC) in promoting the dairy sector...
Dairy News
NDC consumer survey: Dairy farming at the heart of Irish life
Most Irish people believe that cows should be called Daisy, that Irish butter is so yellow because our cows are...
Dairy
NDC: Social media a 'vital channel' for backing dairy
Social media is “definitely a place that accelerates the spread of bad news” – but is also a vital channel...
Dairy
Actions taken by Irish dairy farmers highlighted in new factbook
The actions of Ireland’s 18,000 dairy farmers to improve sustainability, reduce climate emissions and protect rural biodiversity are being highlighted...
Rural Life
Harrington: 'As you get older you need to be conscious of your bones'
The National Dairy Council (NDC), in association with Cappagh Hospital Foundation, has teamed up with leading racehorse trainer Jessica Harrington...
Dairy
Celebrating the benefits of school milk on World School Milk Day
The importance of the School Milk Scheme was highlighted by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, during...
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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...
Dairy
NDC: 'Disappointing to see misleading information' on dairy in documentary
The National Dairy Council (NDC) has said it is “disappointing to see misleading information” presented in a documentary that aired...
Dairy
NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards to go ahead this year despite Covid-19
The National Dairy Council (NDC) and Ornua have announced that the NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards will go ahead...
Dairy
Irish consumers under 35 increase dairy consumption during lockdown
Irish consumers under the age of 35 increased their consumption of dairy produce during the Covid-19 lockdown, according to new...
Dairy
NDC launches campaign celebrating resilience of Irish dairy farming
A new TV campaign has been launched by the National Dairy Council (NDC) to highlight the positive credentials of the...
Dairy
Irish sports stars get on board for milk promotion campaign
Professional Rugby 7’s player Greg O’Shea, and Kellie Harrington, one of the country’s top boxers, have joined forces to promote...
Rural Life
NDC offering schools 'chance to train with Ireland's top athletes'
The National Dairy Council (NDC) is offering three schools or sports clubs the chance to train with “some of Ireland’s...
Sponsored
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...
Dairy
'75% of consumers don't know what is happening on farms to protect the environment'
“75% of consumers don’t know what is happening on farm to protect the environment.”This was a statement made by the...
Agri-Business
'4 in 10 consumers believe they are well informed about sustainability' - new research
The majority of Irish consumers believe that climate change is already happening or will occur in the near future; although...
Dairy
Rugby star Kearney joins dairy diet promotion campaign
Despite the showdown of Ireland’s Six Nations rugby championship campaign next weekend against Wales, one of Ireland’s biggest stars is...
Dairy
Dairy focus: Tipperary family stands out from the crowd when it comes to milk quality
Farming in Ballylomasna, Co. Tipperary, the Walsh family stands out from the crowd when it comes to milk quality. Milking...