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Editorial: changing seasons
Ciara Leahy
Twelve years ago, Colin McArdle was waiting on a kidney transplant. Life changed when his brother Brendan was a match. They will both talk about the experience at our conference, writes Ciara Leahy.
 
 
Brenda Donohue: country roots
Brenda Donohue: country roots
RTÉ's Brenda Donohue reflects on her countryside memories, how it influenced her career, her family and the prospect of an 'empty nest', writes Deirdre Verney.
Living Life: saucy hit in Spidéal for Blasta
Living Life: saucy hit in Spidéal for Blasta
The Builín Blasta brand is becoming a household name for its much soughtafter condiments range, writes Dee Laffan.
Farms must diversify to survive
Farms must diversify to survive
Teresa Roche is working on the ground to support issues affecting farm families through advocating for policy changes and promoting the importance of appreciating Irish produce, writes Sarah McIntosh.
N17 road deaths spark renewed calls for upgrade
N17 road deaths spark renewed calls for upgrade
A death toll of eight along one road in Co Mayo so far this year has prompted renewed calls for a motorway to replace the N17 route, writes Jacqueline Hogge.
Editorial: changing seasons
Editorial: changing seasons
Twelve years ago, Colin McArdle was waiting on a kidney transplant. Life changed when his brother Brendan was a match. They will both talk about the experience at our conference, writes Ciara Leahy.
‘Bikes galore and a PhD defence in Holland’
‘Bikes galore and a PhD defence in Holland’
Katherine O’Leary and her husband Tim recently visited Utrecht in Holland, but it wasn’t just a tourist visit, they also had some family celebrations to enjoy.
Ask Miriam: 'I will never let her inside my door again'
Ask Miriam: 'I will never let her inside my door again'
A bitter fallout between sisters over claims one has been stealing from the other for 40 years is the issue facing Miriam this week.
Editorial: have your say at our Women & Agriculture conference
Editorial: have your say at our Women & Agriculture conference
It can be intimidating to put your hand up in a room of 600 women but your voice matters, writes Ciara Leahy.
Sport: 'Bonner' bows out with his head held high
Sport: 'Bonner' bows out with his head held high
There might have been more naturally skilled players than Patrick ‘Bonner’ Maher, but few have maximised their strengths as much as he did, writes Denis Hurley.
Helen Sharp: respect your elders
Helen Sharp: respect your elders
This week, Helen Sharp muses over the fashion of breeding, the treatment of older mares and some useful equine events
Racing: will the ban on gambling advertising be effective?
Racing: will the ban on gambling advertising be effective?
The new legislation is welcome, establishing the Gambling Regulation Authority of Ireland, but don’t expect it to solve too many problems, writes Mark Costello.
Budget 2025 a severe disappointment for hospitality workers
Budget 2025 a severe disappointment for hospitality workers
With no sign of a reduction in the 13.5% VAT rate for hospitality, we may see a further 1,000 businesses close in the coming months, writes Janine Kennedy.
Reducing stress on man and beastSPONSORED
Reducing stress on man and beast
Justin Walsh runs a one-man operation and manages a herd of 95 beef cows and heifers at the foot of the Hill of Tara in Co Meath, along with his farming business, Justin also weighs cattle for ICBF.
Potential in the east for Irish agri-food exportsSPONSORED
Potential in the east for Irish agri-food exports
Ahead of the upcoming trade mission, Bord Bia Asia, Africa and Middle East manager Ciaran Gallagher examines where Vietnam and Thailand fit into Irish agri-food exports.
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Championing client-centric financial advice across Ireland
FDC Financial Services is proud to be part of the overall FDC Group of companies.
Famous 'Sheep Shepherd' duo trusts Tribamec DuoSPONSORED
Famous 'Sheep Shepherd' duo trusts Tribamec Duo
Tribamec Duo combines Chanelle Pharma’s established products - Animec Oral solution for sheep and Tribex 5% oral suspension for sheep. The unique blend equips it to combat a range of sheep parasites.
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