Rural Life
Call for dedicated organisation for older farmers
There is an urgent need for agricultural policy makers to place a greater emphasis on the quality of life of...
NUI Galway
Environment
Researchers to carry out project to protect well-owners from infection
Researchers at the National University of Ireland (NUI) Galway are to carry out a large-scale project that aims to protect...
Sponsored
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...
Environment
Anaerobic digestion: Policy and financial support needed
New policy and financial support from government will be needed to roll out anaerobic digestion (AD) facilities across the country,...
Dairy
Dairy farmer survey: Want to voice your views...and get a gift voucher too?
Dairy farmers are being called on to have their voices heard – and be rewarded with a One4All gift voucher...
Agri-Business
Discussions underway on new agri degree at NUI Galway
Discussions are underway to collaborate on a new undergraduate degree programme that is being established by the National University of...
Rural Life
Culture of collaboration will help rural tourism recover
Maintaining a culture of collaboration will help rural tourism businesses recover after Covid-19, according to Dr. Therese Conway. Dr. Conway,...
Environment
Report: Over one third of farmers concerned about extreme weather events
A new report from NUI Galway, which examines farmers’ attitudes and preferences for climate change adaptation, has found that one...
Rural Life
Retirement: 'If they throw me out on the side of the road, that's where I'm going to be'
“If they throw me out on the road, that’s where I’m going to be.” Those were the words of a 61-year-old...
Sponsored
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
Report: 'Clear divide' between beef and dairy farmers in understanding tax
Research has suggested that there is a “clear divide” between beef and dairy farmers in their understanding of land transfer...
Rural Life
Breakdown of a successor's marriage a 'key concern' for dairy farmers
Research has shown that the risk of a marriage breakdown is a “key concern” for dairy farmers, because of the...
Tillage
Glyphosate study to assess exposure levels
Researchers at an Irish university are assessing the level of exposure of glyphosate to farmers and their families. Ireland’s bioMonitoring...
Agri Politics
'One Health' giving precedence to foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance
280 national and international delegates were welcomed to the Teagasc Conference Centre this morning, Wednesday, May 22, where the launch...
Environment
Climate change farm study in progress in Galway
A risk management plan for farmers to cope with climate change is currently being developed in NUI Galway. The plan,...
Rural Life
Study: 'Voluntary effort enhances the lives of rural dwellers'
The contribution of voluntary effort is one aspect of rural communities that remains steadfast – irrespective of the decline or...
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
Turning dairy waste water cost into industry asset
Experts from the Irish dairy processing industry and national and international research institutes joined forces at a recent DairyWater workshop...