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‘A society grows great when we plant trees in whose shade we shall never sit'

Trees are a vital part of our heritage, shaping landscapes and communities for generations. Today, we have the chance to give back by replanting and preserving this legacy.

L2 28 January 2026

‘A society grows great when we plant trees in whose shade we shall never sit'

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Dear Miriam: ‘how do I tell my fiancé’s ex she isn’t welcome at our wedding?

Dear Miriam: ‘how do I tell my fiancé’s ex she isn’t welcome at our wedding?

ASK MIRIAM 28 January 2026

Editorial: ‘during this period of uncertainty for farmers, don’t go it alone'

Editorial: ‘during this period of uncertainty for farmers, don’t go it alone'

EDITORIAL 28 January 2026

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 January 2026

Dear Miriam: my angry wife’s constant bad form is destroying our marriage

Dear Miriam: my angry wife’s constant bad form is destroying our marriage

Dear Miriam: my angry wife’s constant bad form is destroying our marriage

ASK MIRIAM 21 January 2026

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Editorial: ‘better sleep isn’t just about rest – it plays a crucial role'

Editorial: ‘better sleep isn’t just about rest – it plays a crucial role'

January is the time to rest before a busy spring arrives.

EDITORIAL 14 January 2026

‘My restful winter season is over – now it’s time to get ‘calving fit'

‘My restful winter season is over – now it’s time to get ‘calving fit'

Our Desperate Farmhusband has been working hard to get the farm, the animals and himself in working order with a busy calving season on the horizon.

L2 14 January 2026

‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

We can help manage negativity in our farming lives positivity through initiatives like the Positive Farmers conference.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

My heart is bursting with emotion and gratitude at the arrival of our fourth grandchild, Alan Philip.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

Kate Durrant: 'coming to the morning through the shadows of the night'

Kate Durrant: 'coming to the morning through the shadows of the night'

As sea swimmers shiver in their dry robes and farmers watch the land wake, Kate Durrant shares the joy she finds in the early mornings.

L2 14 January 2026

Dear Miriam: my elderly mother is living in fear of falling victim to scam calls

Dear Miriam: my elderly mother is living in fear of falling victim to scam calls

A Mayo lady asks Miriam's advice on how to convince her mother to take calls on her mobile phone after a relative's near brush with a scam caller has left her living in fear.

ASK MIRIAM 14 January 2026

Editorial: ‘farmers battling against the Mercosur deal will need support'

Editorial: ‘farmers battling against the Mercosur deal will need support'

Farmers will need the full support of consumers as they face the Mercosur battle.

EDITORIAL 14 January 2026

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Laois dairy farmer boosts calf performance with GAIN Easi Mix

Learn how Abbeyleix dairy farmer Seán Miller uses GAIN Easi Mix to drive calf performance on his family farm.

Laois dairy farmer boosts calf performance with GAIN Easi Mix

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