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Climate and environment
What a real native woodland scheme might look like
Contributor
While the Forestry Programme 2023-27 comes with a new emphasis on native species, a meaningful commitment to our last remaining native woodlands is missing, writes Ray Ó Foghlú.
13 March 2024 Health
Sleeping well as a family
Disruptive partner? Clingy child? Pampered pet? If restful sleep is a distant memory, it might be time to reassess who you are sharing bedtime with, writes Claire Murrihy.
13 March 2024 Blog
Mullolly Matters
Fifty years since his teenage adventures, columnist Ciaran Mullooly now feels like the dinosaur at the disco.
Folklore: celebrating the carnival of Paddy and Sheelah
Forget about Rio, New Orleans and Venice – Ireland has its own tradition of carnival taking place this weekend, writes Shane Lehan.
13 March 2024 Living Life
Balladeer: Boolavogue, the champion of sad rebel songs
With a long evolving history, this Wexford anthem is now one of the most popular, writes Eoghan Corry
13 March 2024 Living Life
China's move to electric vehicles
"The electric tractor space seems to be wide open at the moment." - Ian Lahiffe
13 March 2024 Viewpoints
Resilient industry: adapting to change
Our industry, despite what you may hear or see in some media outlets is one that is full of powerful people who can and do make changes when needed, writes Elaine Houlihan
13 March 2024 Community
IFA reaction to proposed new nitrates measures
The proposed additional measures include a 5% reduction in inorganic nitrogen.
13 March 2024 Community
Windfarm noise a ‘nuisance’ to neighbours, High Court finds
The cases are the first private nuisance claims from wind turbine noise to run in either Ireland or the UK, the judge said. Aodhan O'Faolain reports.
8 March 2024 Renewables
Agriculture is doing its part - is everyone else?
It is the lifeblood of rural Ireland and produces enough food to feed 40,000,000 people. Agriculture is doing its part. Macra president Elaine Houlihan asks if everyone else is doing the same.
6 March 2024 Community
Shorthorn cows and short supply chains in Co Antrim
It’s tempting to be sentimental – or dismissive - about such a small traditional system but, make no mistake, this herd pays its way, writes Brendan Dunford.
6 March 2024 Footprint Farmers
Irish agriculture facing 'serious shortage' of farm contractors - FCI
Increasing machinery costs, scarcity of skilled labour, increased interest rates and delays in receiving payment, are leading to business uncertainty for contractors. Claire Mc Cormack reports.
6 March 2024 News