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Agricultural science graduates of 2026 set out hopes and ambitions

Niamh Murphy spoke to some of this year’s agricultural science graduates about their roles in the future of farming.

NEWS 10 September 2026

Agricultural science graduates of 2026 set out hopes and ambitions

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More women work the land than actually own it

More women work the land than actually own it

NEWS 26 August 2026

CAO points: veterinary first preferences surge 42% as new courses come on stream

CAO points: veterinary first preferences surge 42% as new courses come on stream

NEWS 26 August 2026

Water quality challenge to feature at ASA conference

Water quality challenge to feature at ASA conference

Water quality challenge to feature at ASA conference

NEWS 19 August 2026

Farmers face 'big challenges ahead' on water quality - ASA

Farmers face 'big challenges ahead' on water quality - ASA

Farmers face 'big challenges ahead' on water quality - ASA

NEWS 19 August 2026

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Farmers out in force among this year's Rose of Tralee escorts

Farmers out in force among this year's Rose of Tralee escorts

Farmers, agri professionals and those with strong farming roots are well represented among this year's Rose of Tralee escort line-up.

NEWS 3 June 2026

UCD announces Karina Pierce as dean of agriculture

UCD announces Karina Pierce as dean of agriculture

Professor Karina Pierce becomes the first woman to be appointed as UCD's dean of agriculture and head of the school of agriculture and food science.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Farm succession: 'If they’re not interested, don't force them'

Farm succession: 'If they’re not interested, don't force them'

Father and daughter Joe and Aoife Barrett will enter a farm partnership on their dairy calf to beef farm in Co Cork later this year. They told Tommy Moyles the reasoning behind the decision.

NEWS 3 June 2026

My Farming Week: Aoife and Joe Barrett, Oughtiherra, Rylane, Co Cork

My Farming Week: Aoife and Joe Barrett, Oughtiherra, Rylane, Co Cork

Aoife Barrett and her father, Joe, run a dairy calf-to-beef system at Rylane, Co Cork.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Watch: over 120 farmers attend water quality event in Cork

Watch: over 120 farmers attend water quality event in Cork

Cork dairy farmer William Blackburn opens his gates to highlight the different measures farmers can implement to increase water quality in the Blackwater catchment.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Carnew leads the way with small-scale biodigester

Carnew leads the way with small-scale biodigester

Normalising biodigesters in Irish secondary schools is essential for meeting climate targets and teaching students about renewable energy.

CAREERS 3 June 2026

Final tips for students ahead of their ag science exam

Final tips for students ahead of their ag science exam

With the leaving certificate ag science exam taking place on Monday 15 June, Mr Ag Science, aka Niall Brennan has some top tips for students

EDUCATION 3 June 2026

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Sommet de l’Élevage 2026: shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming

As livestock farming faces growing environmental, economic and generational challenges, the Sommet de l’Élevage continues to showcase practical solutions and innovations for the future of the sector.

Sommet de l’Élevage 2026: shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming

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