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Farmers on high alert as bluetongue hits Ireland

Eleven animals in total have tested positive for the disease, with the first case picked up by the Department of Agriculture's ongoing surveillance for the disease.

NEWS 28 January 2026

Farmers on high alert as bluetongue hits Ireland

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‘Emotional nonsense’: Murrin on beef imports and why he intends to stay put

‘Emotional nonsense’: Murrin on beef imports and why he intends to stay put

NEWS 28 January 2026

Chandra soaks the southeast

Chandra soaks the southeast

NEWS 28 January 2026

Bluetongue found on four farms in Wexford

Bluetongue found on four farms in Wexford

Bluetongue found on four farms in Wexford

NEWS 28 January 2026

TDs call for Murrin to appear at committee

TDs call for Murrin to appear at committee

TDs call for Murrin to appear at committee

NEWS 28 January 2026

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‘Enhanced’ ANC and return to headage on minister’s agenda for next CAP

‘Enhanced’ ANC and return to headage on minister’s agenda for next CAP

Minister Heydon has suggested that an enhanced ANC scheme and coupled income supports could be the way forward for CAP money, with entitlement-based schemes under threat.

NEWS 28 January 2026

Editorial: Bord Bia debacle rumbles on

Editorial: Bord Bia debacle rumbles on

If Murrin digs in and refuses to go, it becomes a harder fight for the IFA in terms of its influence and power.

VIEWPOINTS 28 January 2026

Mixed reports on 2026 sheep scans

Mixed reports on 2026 sheep scans

Some scanners have reported lower flock sizes in yards than had been there last year, while others are seeing their farmers hold numbers.

NEWS 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’

Dealing with a change of plan can be difficult – that's where family and friends come to the rescue.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 January 2026

Gardening with Paul: Alpines living in small spaces

Gardening with Paul: Alpines living in small spaces

Pots and troughs are perfect for growing Alpine plants – they offer flexibility and plenty of interest.

GARDENING 28 January 2026

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?

A bride-to-be in Co Cavan asks Miriam's advice on how to deal with the mother of her partner's children, who wants to come to their wedding.

ASK MIRIAM 28 January 2026

Farm viability at risk from lack of Fair Deal planning

Farm viability at risk from lack of Fair Deal planning

Farmers’ reluctance to consider succession is leading to rising stress and debt, according to healthcare consultant Tom Murray who advises people to seek early advice on Fair Deal funding.

FEATURES 28 January 2026

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Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

The Cavan Spring Farm Machinery Show takes place on 4 and 5 February at the Cavan Equestrian Centre, offering farmers a first look at the machines and technology driving the season ahead.

Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

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