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New Level 4 course opens pathway into agricultural studies

A new Level 4 course from the Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board offers a practical route into agriculture and progression to further study.

CL-IFJHOME 7 October 2026

New Level 4 course opens pathway into agricultural studies

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Country Vibes...a few of our favourite things

Country Vibes...a few of our favourite things

FEATURES 30 September 2026

Vets in southeast will be key teaching assets in SETU

Vets in southeast will be key teaching assets in SETU

NEWS 11 September 2026

Nearly eight in 10 graduates concerned about employability post-college

Nearly eight in 10 graduates concerned about employability post-college

Nearly eight in 10 graduates concerned about employability post-college

NEWS 10 September 2026

Hidden DNA traces sheep pox back at least 3,500 years

Hidden DNA traces sheep pox back at least 3,500 years

Hidden DNA traces sheep pox back at least 3,500 years

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College Group connects €30m AD plant to gas grid

College Group connects €30m AD plant to gas grid

Meath-based College Group has become the second anaerobic digestion plant to connect directly to Ireland’s national gas network.

NEWS 1 July 2026

How to make the most of third level: supports, opportunities and campus life

How to make the most of third level: supports, opportunities and campus life

Leaving Cert results are out and CAO offers have been made. As students prepare for third level, Claire Murphy explores the supports, opportunities and experiences available.

EDUCATION 1 July 2026

Student accommodation: 10 things you need to know before signing a lease

Student accommodation: 10 things you need to know before signing a lease

Avoid costly mistakes with this guide to deposits, contracts, scams and student rental rights.

EDUCATION 1 July 2026

ASA bursary: how sheep genetics shaped a Mayo student’s placement

ASA bursary: how sheep genetics shaped a Mayo student’s placement

Maria Ní Mhaicín travelled to Scotland as part of the ASA/Irish Farmers Journal bursary to complete her placement.

EDUCATION 1 July 2026

Teagasc farm manager apprenticeship opens for applications

Teagasc farm manager apprenticeship opens for applications

Teagasc announces Level 7 farm manager apprentice programme open for applications.

NEWS 1 July 2026

College placement: what you need to know

College placement: what you need to know

From travel costs and workplace expectations, a college placement can be a vital part of a degree. Here’s what every student should know.

EDUCATION 1 July 2026

Watch: fencing demo garners huge interest at BEEF 2026

Watch: fencing demo garners huge interest at BEEF 2026

Declan Byrne and Stephen Kearns of Kildalton College completed live demonstrations on termination knots and joining.

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Know your slurry, unlock the potential within

With fertiliser costs remaining one of the biggest expenses on Irish farms, there has never been a better time to take a closer look at the hidden value of slurry as a fertiliser.

Know your slurry, unlock the potential within

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