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In pictures: this week in photos as spring work ramps up nationwide

Some of our top photos in farming from this week include spring planting, machinery demos, livestock handling and farmers at work across the country.

NEWS 10 May 2026

In pictures: this week in photos as spring work ramps up nationwide

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Timetable of the main agricultural events at the show

Timetable of the main agricultural events at the show

BLANK 9 May 2026

Tullamore Show launch marks 35 years of agricultural excellence

Tullamore Show launch marks 35 years of agricultural excellence

NEWS 7 May 2026

Northern Ireland diary of events

Northern Ireland diary of events

Northern Ireland diary of events

NORTHERN IRELAND 6 May 2026

Shows – strengthening rural Ireland through tradition and innovation

Shows – strengthening rural Ireland through tradition and innovation

Shows – strengthening rural Ireland through tradition and innovation

COMMUNITY 4 May 2026

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Participants selected for the ‘Ready to Lead 2026’ programme

Participants selected for the ‘Ready to Lead 2026’ programme

IFA, in partnership with FBD Insurance and Farm Business Skillnet, is pleased to announce the selection of the participants for the ‘Ready to Lead 2026’ programme.

NEWS 15 April 2026

Northern Ireland diary of events

Northern Ireland diary of events

Shows, sales and events happening across the NI farming industry over the next week.

NORTHERN IRELAND 15 April 2026

Macra’s rural youth roadshow uncovers the big issues

Macra’s rural youth roadshow uncovers the big issues

Rural housing was consistently highlighted as a major concern, with members outlining difficulties ranging from securing planning permission to accessing affordable homes to rent or purchase.

NEWS 15 April 2026

Northern Ireland diary of events

Northern Ireland diary of events

Shows, sales and events taking place across the NI farming industry over the next week

NORTHERN IRELAND 15 April 2026

National Cultivate Week: celebrating farmers and credit unions that back them

National Cultivate Week: celebrating farmers and credit unions that back them

On most farms right now, calving is winding down, cattle are out and the decisions that shape the rest of the year are coming thick and fast.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 15 April 2026

Kilkenny’s Patrick Walton takes the Mr Personality Crown

Kilkenny’s Patrick Walton takes the Mr Personality Crown

A stalwart of the Macra calendar, the festival continues to celebrate confidence, character and the diverse talents of members from across the country.

NEWS 15 April 2026

Northern Ireland diary of events

Northern Ireland diary of events

Shows, sales and events taking place across NI farming over the next week.

NORTHERN IRELAND 15 April 2026

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New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

Irish dairy farmers will have the opportunity to see the latest technologies from New Zealand at an on-farm open day at Camcloon Dairy, Ballyfin, Co Laois, on Tuesday 19 May 2026 from 10am.

New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

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