Ploughing

Ploughing 2026: what first-time visitors should bring and expect

It's the most wonderful time of the year, with the annual Ploughing jamboree just around the corner. Here's our advice for newbies.

LETTERS 8 September 2026

Ploughing 2026: what first-time visitors should bring and expect

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McHale to launch new Pro Glide mowers at Ploughing 2026

McHale to launch new Pro Glide mowers at Ploughing 2026

NEWS 8 September 2026

Five schools to take home Angus calves from Ploughing 2026

Five schools to take home Angus calves from Ploughing 2026

NEWS 8 September 2026

Meet two of the women keeping Ploughing's farmerette tradition alive

Meet two of the women keeping Ploughing's farmerette tradition alive

Meet two of the women keeping Ploughing's farmerette tradition alive

NEWS 8 September 2026

Meet the Shorthorn heifer one Ploughing 2026 visitor could take home

Meet the Shorthorn heifer one Ploughing 2026 visitor could take home

Meet the Shorthorn heifer one Ploughing 2026 visitor could take home

NEWS 7 September 2026

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What to eat and drink at the National Ploughing Championships 2026

What to eat and drink at the National Ploughing Championships 2026

From chef-inspired crisps to artisan chocolate, local produce and plenty of sweet treats, Aileen Spearin tells us what to look out for when hunger strikes.

NEWS 20 August 2026

Top garda issues road safety appeal ahead of Ploughing

Top garda issues road safety appeal ahead of Ploughing

Laois/Offaly chief superintendent has urged motorists travelling to the National Ploughing Championships to plan ahead, allow extra time and follow traffic plans to this year's event.

NEWS 20 August 2026

At the heart of the community: more than just a pub

At the heart of the community: more than just a pub

The rural pub has been more than just somewhere to stop for a drink. It is a meeting place, a social outlet and an important part of community life, bringing together farmers, families & local groups.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 20 August 2026

Watch: ‘you have to be on your game straight away’

Watch: ‘you have to be on your game straight away’

With extensive success on the national stage, Paudi Deery from Co Monaghan is hoping to take home another title at this year’s National Ploughing Championships.

NEWS 20 August 2026

Inside the Farmers Journal: no spare fodder in the west

Inside the Farmers Journal: no spare fodder in the west

Declan O’Brien joins us this week to discuss the fodder shortages in the southeast and explains why western fodder won’t be available to be transported to drought-stricken areas.

NEWS 20 August 2026

New Erth Panbuster Drill aimed at cutting establishment costs goes on Irish tour

New Erth Panbuster Drill aimed at cutting establishment costs goes on Irish tour

Peter Thomas Keaveney caught up with David McCoubrey from Erth Engineering, to discuss the firm's new Panbuster Drill, ahead of a countrywide tour sowing winter crops.

FARM MACHINERY 20 August 2026

Watch: what’s in store for Ploughing 2026?

Watch: what’s in store for Ploughing 2026?

All roads lead to Screggan, Tullamore, next month as the National Ploughing Association officially launched this year’s event, which takes place from 15 to 17 September.

NEWS 20 August 2026

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Drone as a Service brings spraying and spreading tech to the Ploughing

Visit 'Drone as a Service' at the National Ploughing Championships to see precision agriculture; aerial spraying and spreading; and more.

Drone as a Service brings spraying and spreading tech to the Ploughing

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