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Five schools to take home Angus calves from Ploughing 2026

One of the key attractions every year is always the Certified Irish Angus Schools competition.

NEWS 8 September 2026

Five schools to take home Angus calves from Ploughing 2026

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

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

NEWS 5 September 2026

Agri Aware plans to double turnover

Agri Aware plans to double turnover

NEWS 2 September 2026

Two more organic green cert courses to run in early 2027

Two more organic green cert courses to run in early 2027

Two more organic green cert courses to run in early 2027

NEWS 2 September 2026

School anxiety: Bronagh Starrs on helping children return to the classroom

School anxiety: Bronagh Starrs on helping children return to the classroom

School anxiety: Bronagh Starrs on helping children return to the classroom

HEALTH 31 August 2026

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More women work the land than actually own it

More women work the land than actually own it

Recent research and statistics show that progress is being made, but structural and cultural barriers continue to limit women's participation and visibility in Irish agriculture.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Alternative career pathways: options beyond the CAO route

Alternative career pathways: options beyond the CAO route

College is just one option for school leavers. Claire Murphy explores the education, training and employment pathways available beyond the CAO with guidance counsellor Dr Clare Finegan.

EDUCATION 12 August 2026

How to make the most of third level: supports, opportunities and campus life

How to make the most of third level: supports, opportunities and campus life

Leaving Cert results are out and CAO offers have been made. As students prepare for third level, Claire Murphy explores the supports, opportunities and experiences available.

EDUCATION 12 August 2026

Cavan and Sligo farmers win Organic Trust bursary awards

Cavan and Sligo farmers win Organic Trust bursary awards

Liam Gilligan from Co Sligo and James Conway from Co Cavan have been selected as the recipients of this year’s Organic Trust bursary award.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Leaving Cert results: what are the next steps for students?

Leaving Cert results: what are the next steps for students?

From CAO offers and appeals to apprenticeships and PLC courses, there may be more options available than students realise.

EDUCATION 12 August 2026

Student accommodation: 10 things you need to know before signing a lease

Student accommodation: 10 things you need to know before signing a lease

Avoid costly mistakes with this guide to deposits, contracts, scams and student rental rights.

EDUCATION 12 August 2026

New pathway opens door to UCD agricultural science degree

New pathway opens door to UCD agricultural science degree

Students can now progress to UCD’s agricultural science degree through a new tertiary pathway at Dunboyne College of Further Education.

EDUCATION 12 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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