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Southwest: the new renewable powerhouse?

Cork and Kerry could become a renewable energy powerhouse in Ireland, but significant investment in grid and energy infrastructure will be needed, writes Stephen Robb

RENEWABLES 3 June 2026

Southwest: the new renewable powerhouse?

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Machinery innovation in action

Machinery innovation in action

FARM MACHINERY 22 April 2026

Highs of 21°C forecast for Friday

Highs of 21°C forecast for Friday

NEWS 21 April 2026

Beef Management: TB changes, fodder supplies and coccidiosis

Beef Management: TB changes, fodder supplies and coccidiosis

Beef Management: TB changes, fodder supplies and coccidiosis

MANAGEMENT 15 April 2026

IFA seeks temporary fuel support for farmers and contractors

IFA seeks temporary fuel support for farmers and contractors

IFA seeks temporary fuel support for farmers and contractors

NEWS 7 April 2026

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Support package for farmers to fence off badger setts

Support package for farmers to fence off badger setts

Modelling shows that improved on-farm badger biosecurity is the single most effective measure available to reduce the risk of transmission from badgers to cattle and vice versa, the Department said.

NEWS 18 February 2026

Forage crops – the costs, benefits and questions to ask

Forage crops – the costs, benefits and questions to ask

In this week’s forage focus we look at costs, benefits and crop choices when it comes to forage crops.

FODDER 18 February 2026

Examining the costs of forage crops

Examining the costs of forage crops

Forage crops are expensive to grow, so it is important to know the costs and have a payment plan in place when growing for someone else.

CROPS 18 February 2026

Watercourses, buffers and forage crops

Watercourses, buffers and forage crops

Late-harvested crops like maize and beet require a larger buffer zone than cereal crops. Grass crops do not have a buffer zone.

FODDER 18 February 2026

Farmer Writes: no turnout for at least another six weeks

Farmer Writes: no turnout for at least another six weeks

It has been a tough 12 months for English farmer Joe Collingborn, coping with drought, flooding and now an extended winter.

FARMER WRITES 18 February 2026

Department brings back covered maize list

Department brings back covered maize list

The Department of Agriculture has brought back the covered maize list to its variety trials, following a four-year gap.

CROPS 18 February 2026

Beef Management: fodder supplies, calf health and lice

Beef Management: fodder supplies, calf health and lice

Martin Merrick gives some key advice surrounding managing diminishing fodder supplies and animal health this spring.

MANAGEMENT 18 February 2026

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Getting ready for your Bord Bia audit

In a competitive global market, Bord Bia Quality Assurance, under the Origin Green programme, plays a vital role in protecting Ireland’s reputation for high-quality, sustainably produced meat & dairy.

Getting ready for your Bord Bia audit

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