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Carol Barrett: 'our business is no different from a family farm'

There are many potential challenges to face working closely with your family members, but there are even more moments of joy, writes Carol Barrett.

NEWS 27 May 2026

Carol Barrett: 'our business is no different from a family farm'

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Fallon & Byrne: turning a ‘counter into a conversation’

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Investment in Rockwell adds ‘another string’ to the Coolmore Stud bow

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Do you need to upskill or reskill? Check out Springboard+ courses

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First organic and biological Green Cert launched in Ireland

First organic and biological Green Cert launched in Ireland

The National Organic Training Skillnet has unveiled a programme designed to train farmers in the organic and biological sector.

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Hot cross bun tradition rises at McCloskey’s Bakery for Easter

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Who doesn’t love a hot cross bun? Since 1940, McCloskey’s Bakery in Co Louth – built on a family passion – has been at the centre of carrying on this traditional Easter favourite.

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Money Mentor: what happens to your tax when you move abroad?

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