Katie McGovern

KMcGovern@farmersjournal.ie

My Farming Week: Conal O’Leary, Gortahork, Co Donegal

Donegal dairy farmer Conal O’Leary is milking 55 Holstein cows through what’s believed to be the most north westerly milking robot in Europe.

NEWS 26 August 2026

My Farming Week: Conal O’Leary, Gortahork, Co Donegal

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Dry spell puts sheep breeding and lamb finishing plans under pressure

Dry spell puts sheep breeding and lamb finishing plans under pressure

NEWS 26 August 2026

National Hedgerow Week to showcase the value of farm hedges

National Hedgerow Week to showcase the value of farm hedges

NEWS 26 August 2026

Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

FORESTRY 26 August 2026

Cavan and Sligo farmers win Organic Trust bursary awards

Cavan and Sligo farmers win Organic Trust bursary awards

Cavan and Sligo farmers win Organic Trust bursary awards

NEWS 24 August 2026

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10 things to know about forestry in Ireland

10 things to know about forestry in Ireland

The Department has published the Annual Forest Statistics Report for 2026, which outlines key figures such as the total forest area in Ireland and afforestation figures.

FORESTRY 20 August 2026

Warning that rodents are moving into farm buildings earlier than usual this year

Warning that rodents are moving into farm buildings earlier than usual this year

Farmers are being warned to keep an eye out for rodents making their way into farm structures earlier than usual as drought conditions and an early harvest drive them from established habitats.

NEWS 20 August 2026

Contractors seek regulator for fuel price clarity

Contractors seek regulator for fuel price clarity

“Our members are essentially paying a premium for green dye,” as the FCI seeks urgent meeting to protect the viability of farm and forestry contracting in Ireland.

NEWS 20 August 2026

NFU warns that food production at risk amid drought and bluetongue pressures

NFU warns that food production at risk amid drought and bluetongue pressures

The NFU has warned that farmers are at crisis point as they call for action to ensure food security and the future of farming in Britain.

NEWS 20 August 2026

Agri jobs: dairy, livestock and horticultural roles available

Agri jobs: dairy, livestock and horticultural roles available

This weeks jobs includes an experienced stock person in Scotland, an assistant dairy farm manager in Meath and dairy farm assistant vacancies in Waterford, Kilkenny and Westmeath.

NEWS 20 August 2026

Weekend weather: highest temperatures of 19°C in largely dry conditions

Weekend weather: highest temperatures of 19°C in largely dry conditions

Largely dry weather for the weekend, with mainly light winds and some overnight mist and fog.

NEWS 20 August 2026

Countdown on to the 95th National Ploughing Championships

Countdown on to the 95th National Ploughing Championships

More than 350 competitors across 34 classes are set to take the field as the National Ploughing Championships return to Screggan, Co Offaly, this September.

NEWS 20 August 2026

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Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

The winner of the 2026 Kinisla Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards was announced at a ceremony in Limerick, on Tuesday.

Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

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