The six successful applicants will each receive a five-star ram, five breeding hoggets and support from Irish Country Meats, Bord Bia, Teagasc and Sheep Ireland.
Changes to rules for learner drivers to come into effect from Sunday
Higher farmer animal collection fees on cards to end knackeries dispute
Up to 120 poultry farms may face new EU permit rules
Cattle housed on Tullamore Farm
Farmer Writes: rain arrives at last after four months of burning sunshine