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Weekend weather: mixed, changeable and breezy

The weekend is forecast to bring a mix of cloud, showers and sunny spells, with rather breezy conditions.

NEWS 9 October 2026

Weekend weather: mixed, changeable and breezy

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Gardening with Paul: the many faces of the foxglove family

Gardening with Paul: the many faces of the foxglove family

GARDENING 23 September 2026

News in-brief from across NI farming

News in-brief from across NI farming

NORTHERN IRELAND 9 September 2026

Covid cucumber project that 'got out of hand' leads to Young Farmer of the Year

Covid cucumber project that 'got out of hand' leads to Young Farmer of the Year

Covid cucumber project that 'got out of hand' leads to Young Farmer of the Year

NEWS 9 September 2026

Catch crops deadlines fast approaching as oilseed rape planted

Catch crops deadlines fast approaching as oilseed rape planted

Catch crops deadlines fast approaching as oilseed rape planted

CROPS 30 August 2026

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Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

Afforestation increased by more than 950ha in 2025, with Roscommon recording the highest level of planting in the country.

FORESTRY 8 July 2026

Investigation foils attempt to claim EU funding for fake vineyards

Investigation foils attempt to claim EU funding for fake vineyards

If found guilty, the vineyard owner could face up to six years of imprisonment and a fine of up to €5,000.

NEWS 8 July 2026

Tillage Management: oilseed rape and crop planning

Tillage Management: oilseed rape and crop planning

Farmers need to do their sums and make cropping plans accordingly before planting crops Siobhán Walsh.

HUSBANDRY 8 July 2026

Tillage Podcast: getting the most from catch and fodder crops

Tillage Podcast: getting the most from catch and fodder crops

On this week’s show, we chat to catch crops expert Dave Barry, who has all the details you need for planting in the coming weeks.

NEWS 8 July 2026

Over 800,000ac of New Zealand sheep and beef farms sold for forestry since 2017

Over 800,000ac of New Zealand sheep and beef farms sold for forestry since 2017

Conversion of sheep and beef farms to forestry has slowed, but an additional 30,000 hectares of whole sheep and beef farms have been confirmed as sold for forestry since mid-2025.

NEWS 8 July 2026

Strong public support for more forestry in Ireland

Strong public support for more forestry in Ireland

Total of 89% believe planting more forests and woodlands will help Ireland meet climate targets.

FORESTRY 8 July 2026

Pöttinger unveils latest grassland and tillage kit

Pöttinger unveils latest grassland and tillage kit

Last week, Pöttinger unveiled a number of new products for the 2027 season, including a number of updates and introductions to its smaller forage wagon ranges alongside a new precision planter.

FARM MACHINERY 8 July 2026

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Bord Bia launches HortLink to strengthen Ireland’s horticulture community

New grower-led network will foster collaboration, support emerging leaders and help attract the next generation of horticulture talent into the sector.

Bord Bia launches HortLink to strengthen Ireland’s horticulture community

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