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Farming must offer attractive quality of life – MEP

In her report on generational renewal, MEP Maria Walsh called for an EU mental health action plan for agriculture to be developed, as well as stronger farm relief services.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Farming must offer attractive quality of life – MEP

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Donegal event to celebrate women in farming

Donegal event to celebrate women in farming

NEWS 23 May 2026

International year of the woman farmer ambassador announced

International year of the woman farmer ambassador announced

NEWS 11 March 2026

Mart event for women in farming

Mart event for women in farming

Mart event for women in farming

NEWS 14 January 2026

Rural women offer a vital skill set to Irish economy

Rural women offer a vital skill set to Irish economy

Rural women offer a vital skill set to Irish economy

FEATURES 30 December 2025

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Wexford dairy farmer rewarded for role in farm stewardship

Wexford dairy farmer rewarded for role in farm stewardship

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.

NEWS 1 January 1970

Scottish farmers speak out about impact of menopause on farm life

Scottish farmers speak out about impact of menopause on farm life

The new campaign from well-being charity Farmstrong Scotland will coincide with Menopause Awareness Month and World Menopause Day on 18 October.

NEWS 1 January 1970

Farm relief costs could be covered in next CAP

Farm relief costs could be covered in next CAP

A draft of Commission CAP proposals opens the door to farmers being able to take leave from their farm work without having to shell out on farm relief.

NEWS 1 January 1970

Female farmers leading in sustainability feature in new booklet

Female farmers leading in sustainability feature in new booklet

The 12 females are involved in the women in agriculture working group and developed a booklet profiling their sustainable farms and businesses.

NEWS 1 January 1970

New project looking at portrayal of farming women in Irish media

New project looking at portrayal of farming women in Irish media

The project was awarded €8,278 in funding under Research Ireland’s 'New Foundations Programme'.

NEWS 1 January 1970

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Understanding your soils: open day at Johnstown Castle

Understanding the soils on your farm is one of the most important investments you can make for the future.

Understanding your soils: open day at Johnstown Castle