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Project aims to tackle challenges for female farmers

A women-only knowledge transfer group in Mayo has grown into a project aimed at breaking down barriers for female farmers and finding practical solutions to the challenges they face on-farm.

FEATURE 2 September 2026

Project aims to tackle challenges for female farmers

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Almost 900 women receive over €12m in TAMS grants

Almost 900 women receive over €12m in TAMS grants

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Targeted supports required for young farmers - report

Targeted supports required for young farmers - report

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Farming must offer attractive quality of life – MEP

Farming must offer attractive quality of life – MEP

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Donegal event to celebrate women in farming

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International year of the woman farmer ambassador announced

International year of the woman farmer ambassador announced

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Mart event for women in farming

Mart event for women in farming

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Rural women offer a vital skill set to Irish economy

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Accessing funding and childcare are the biggest challenges facing women in rural Ireland looking to expand their entrepreneurial talents – that’s according to those who have succeeded.

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Wexford dairy farmer rewarded for role in farm stewardship

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The award was presented at a ceremony held in the European Parliament, Fine Gael MEP for midlands-northwest Maria Walsh sat on the judging panel.

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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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