food

Ploughing 2026: meet the 16 bakers chasing the national brown bread title

More than 50 years in the running, the National Brown Bread Competition will once again open the floor to Ireland's best home bakers, hoping to see their loaf crowned as the country's best brown bread

NEWS 10 September 2026

Ploughing 2026: meet the 16 bakers chasing the national brown bread title

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Nevan Maguire: spice up your autumn life

Nevan Maguire: spice up your autumn life

NEVEN 9 September 2026

Dempsey at Large: frustration hits reality

Dempsey at Large: frustration hits reality

VIEWPOINTS 9 September 2026

Interest rates set to rise again

Interest rates set to rise again

Interest rates set to rise again

NEWS 9 September 2026

Cavan native appointed Bord Bia’s new North America manager

Cavan native appointed Bord Bia’s new North America manager

Cavan native appointed Bord Bia’s new North America manager

NEWS 8 September 2026

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What to eat and drink at the National Ploughing Championships 2026

What to eat and drink at the National Ploughing Championships 2026

From chef-inspired crisps to artisan chocolate, local produce and plenty of sweet treats, Aileen Spearin tells us what to look out for when hunger strikes.

NEWS 26 August 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 26 August 2026

Irish food and drink standards: how labels and certifications influence buyers

Irish food and drink standards: how labels and certifications influence buyers

As consumers look to support local producers, Irish food and drink labels and certifications are playing a bigger role. But how much do quality marks really influence purchasing decisions?

NEWS 26 August 2026

Neven Maguire: smart school lunches for kids

Neven Maguire: smart school lunches for kids

Tandoori chicken wraps and healthy flapjacks make a healthy duo of breaktime or lunch treats that all ages will enjoy.

NEVEN 26 August 2026

‘We make greatness from grass’

‘We make greatness from grass’

Building a stronger connection between Irish farming and the next generation.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 26 August 2026

Rap song hoping to bridge disconnect with farmers launches

Rap song hoping to bridge disconnect with farmers launches

Our Food Roots launches 'We Make Greatness From Grass' campaign using music, humour and farmer creators to spark a new generation’s curiosity about food and farming.

NEWS 26 August 2026

Back-to-school nutrition: how to support your child's immune system

Back-to-school nutrition: how to support your child's immune system

Supporting children's immune systems is vital as they return to school, where close contact can increase exposure to common germs and viruses, writes Nessa Robins.

RECIPES 26 August 2026

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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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