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Planning refused for 600ac solar farm in east Galway

Galway County Council has refused permission for a proposed 600ac solar farm in east Galway, citing 11 grounds, including concerns over landowner consent, environmental impacts and flood risk.

NEWS 12 October 2026

Planning refused for 600ac solar farm in east Galway

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Roscommon farmers once penalised for rocky land now set to be paid to protect it

Roscommon farmers once penalised for rocky land now set to be paid to protect it

NEWS 7 October 2026

Can visitor attractions and fundraising save Ireland’s ageing churches?

Can visitor attractions and fundraising save Ireland’s ageing churches?

CL-IFJHOME 7 October 2026

Burren winterage cattle drive to take place on October bank holiday weekend

Burren winterage cattle drive to take place on October bank holiday weekend

Burren winterage cattle drive to take place on October bank holiday weekend

NEWS 5 October 2026

Agri jobs: Meath water quality EIP seeks community animator

Agri jobs: Meath water quality EIP seeks community animator

Agri jobs: Meath water quality EIP seeks community animator

NEWS 3 October 2026

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Dog hunting bill is ‘not fit for purpose’

Dog hunting bill is ‘not fit for purpose’

Former Attorney General John Larkin said the bill could have unintended consequences by impacting people who are not involved in hunting.

NORTHERN IRELAND 5 September 2026

2026 a bumper year for apples as orchards enjoy harvest

2026 a bumper year for apples as orchards enjoy harvest

This harvest festival is rooted in the principles of food sovereignty and community building with a focus on heritage varieties of apple

NEWS 5 September 2026

Lisdoonvarna tractorfest

Lisdoonvarna tractorfest

Organisers encourage visitors to come early, enjoy the exhibits and spend the day in the local area.

NEWS 5 September 2026

Country Vibes... a few of our favourite things

Country Vibes... a few of our favourite things

From the diversity of Ireland’s contemporary food culture to the Kilkenny Animated Festival, Emer Roche shares some of the things catching our eye.

FEATURES 5 September 2026

A family affair delivering in Clonakilty

A family affair delivering in Clonakilty

The Buttimer Family from Clonakilty is representing Lisavaird Co-op in the NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

BREEDING & HEALTH 5 September 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 5 September 2026

New campaign to challenge 'old man in flat cap' farming stereotype

New campaign to challenge 'old man in flat cap' farming stereotype

Our Food Roots is the industry-funded body focused on deepening public engagement to shape national conversations about food and farming.

NEWS 5 September 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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