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North Cork Creameries on the brink

Board chair Thomas O'Donoghue said the board is evaluating 'available opportunities'.

NEWS 11 March 2026

North Cork Creameries on the brink

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New water plan for Barrow catchment launched

New water plan for Barrow catchment launched

NEWS 5 March 2026

EPA suspends North Cork Creameries from discharging wastewater

EPA suspends North Cork Creameries from discharging wastewater

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 20 February 2026

Dawn Farms ineligible for Origin Green gold standard

Dawn Farms ineligible for Origin Green gold standard

Dawn Farms ineligible for Origin Green gold standard

NEWS 11 February 2026

Dr Eimear Cotter appointed director general of the EPA

Dr Eimear Cotter appointed director general of the EPA

Dr Eimear Cotter appointed director general of the EPA

NEWS 10 February 2026

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Farm emissions 3.8% lower in third quarter of 2025 than same period in 2024

Farm emissions 3.8% lower in third quarter of 2025 than same period in 2024

The driving factors behind a fall in farm sector emissions in Q3 2025 was a contraction of cattle herds and a drop in fertiliser sales, EPA figures show.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 5 November 2025

What is the CBAM and how will it impact your farm?

What is the CBAM and how will it impact your farm?

From 1 January farmers face higher fertiliser prices as taxes will be placed on fertilisers imported into the EU.

NEWS 5 November 2025

Future of farming belongs to those who define it, not defend it

Future of farming belongs to those who define it, not defend it

Irish farmers must stop reacting to criticism and start shaping the story of agriculture themselves. Credibility, public trust, and policy influence all depend on it, writes Niall Hurson.

OPINION 5 November 2025

How farming was unfairly blamed for pollution for years in Waterford

How farming was unfairly blamed for pollution for years in Waterford

Despite an awareness among many agencies that there was a problem with wastewater pollution in Bunmahon, the Bathing Water Profile failed to highlight this threat, leaving farming to take the blame.

NEWS 5 November 2025

EPA notice halts production at North Cork Creameries

EPA notice halts production at North Cork Creameries

The EPA directed North Cork Creameries to suspend discharges from its wastewater treatment plant following an on-site inspection.

NEWS 5 November 2025

DUP push back on new environmental regulator

DUP push back on new environmental regulator

The non-binding motion on the new environmental regulator was tabled by the SDLP was supported by Sinn Féin, Alliance and the UUP.

NORTHERN IRELAND 5 November 2025

MLAs urged to back new environmental regulator

MLAs urged to back new environmental regulator

an expert panel appointed by Minister Muir recommended an overhaul of the current NI Environment Agency (NIEA), which is part of DAERA.

NORTHERN IRELAND 5 November 2025

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Advice for supporting gut health

Taking a preventative approach to scours and supplying calves with targeted health products during digestive disturbance are essential for sustained growth.

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