Biodiversity

Over £12m for FwN landscape projects

The new scheme potentially has funding for 500 participating farms across NI.

NORTHERN IRELAND 16 September 2026

Over £12m for FwN landscape projects

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Rise in nitrogen levels in rivers in first half of 2026 – EPA

Rise in nitrogen levels in rivers in first half of 2026 – EPA

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 16 September 2026

Badger biosecurity to feature at the Department's stand

Badger biosecurity to feature at the Department's stand

NEWS 9 September 2026

Why more cows are not the next step for this 200-cow Waterford dairy farm

Why more cows are not the next step for this 200-cow Waterford dairy farm

Why more cows are not the next step for this 200-cow Waterford dairy farm

BREEDING & HEALTH 9 September 2026

Government urged to examine farm carbon pricing within 18 months

Government urged to examine farm carbon pricing within 18 months

Government urged to examine farm carbon pricing within 18 months

NEWS 9 September 2026

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Pesticide users urged to remain vigilant around water quality

Pesticide users urged to remain vigilant around water quality

The National Pesticides and Drinking Water Action Group (NPDWAG) has said that the actions pesticide users take now can help protect drinking-water supplies.

NEWS 28 July 2026

Role of hedgerows in enhancing biodiversity 'cannot be over-emphasised'

Role of hedgerows in enhancing biodiversity 'cannot be over-emphasised'

In intensively managed farm landscapes, hedges provide feeding and breeding habitats for two-thirds of our songbird species, writes Alan Moore of Hedgerows Ireland.

NEWS 28 July 2026

National Hedgerow Week to showcase the value of farm hedges

National Hedgerow Week to showcase the value of farm hedges

A series of events and online resources will take place from 28 August to 6 September for National Hedgerow Week 2026.

NEWS 28 July 2026

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

The fully funded Walsh Scholars PHD is based at Teagasc Johnstown Castle and investigates the impact of agrivoltaic systems on biodiversity and soil physical properties.

NEWS 28 July 2026

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Farmers are capable of reacting positively to policy changes that may be coming down the tracks due to climate and environmental pressures says historian Mícheál Ó Fathartaigh.

NEWS 28 July 2026

Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

The Meath dairy farm will welcome visitors on 29 and 30 August, showcasing modern farm production.

NEWS 28 July 2026

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Shane Fitzgerald spoke to Hannah Furlong about what the win means for Mayo people, sheep farming, his florist business and looking for love.

NEWS 28 July 2026

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Why Fergal Hanrahan invests in quality milk replacer for his beef calves

For farmer Fergal Hanrahan, successful calf rearing comes down to getting the basics right from day one.

Why Fergal Hanrahan invests in quality milk replacer for his beef calves

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