Biodiversity

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 31 August 2026

Pesticide users urged to remain vigilant around water quality

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

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

NEWS 30 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

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

NEWS 17 August 2026

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

NEWS 5 August 2026

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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 22 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 22 July 2026

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

Families and food lovers are invited to visit 19 different working farms across the country this August to meet farmers and discover how food production can support nature.

NEWS 22 July 2026

New bill to manage national parks for nature

New bill to manage national parks for nature

Minister for State for nature Christopher O’Sullivan has announced his intention to draft national parks legislation.

NEWS 22 July 2026

How virtual fencing is now improving grazing in the Burren and Aran Islands

How virtual fencing is now improving grazing in the Burren and Aran Islands

GPS collar technology is helping farmers improve grazing management, speakers told a Teagasc Signpost webinar.

NEWS 22 July 2026

TVR seen as lowest risk for DAERA

TVR seen as lowest risk for DAERA

Analysis by DAERA has looked at the various risks involved in a potential cull of badgers.

NORTHERN IRELAND 22 July 2026

Hedge-cutting season Ireland: dates, rules and hedgerow management tips

Hedge-cutting season Ireland: dates, rules and hedgerow management tips

Although the official hedge-cutting season doesn’t open for a few more weeks, grass verges and hedges that pose as a road safety hazard can be cut all year round, writes Gary Abbott.

NEWS 22 July 2026

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