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Double header of vintage tractor action
James Hanly
There will be three vintage classes on display, of tractors up to 1960, while a new classic class will begin for the 2025 all-Irelands.
11 September 2024 Northern Ireland
Red diesel prices drop
Price quotes on red diesel have slipped to a three year low point in NI on the back of lower crude oil costs.
4 September 2024 News
Renewables outstripped by growing demand
Record demand continues to outstrip new renewable generation, according to the 2023 Energy Balance published by the SEAI, writes Stephen Robb.
Fuel allowance expanded to farmers in Rural Social Scheme
The scheme is a means-tested payment to assist pensioners and other long-term social welfare recipients with their winter heating costs.
14 August 2024 News
Porridge at the Olympics
Croissants just won’t cut it for the Irish in Paris. It's porridge to the rescue for Team Ireland.
31 July 2024 Dealer
Red diesel prices fall below 70p/l
Diesel costs have been trending downwards during late July, dipping below 70p/l by the end of the month.
31 July 2024 Northern Ireland
IFJ Junior: making energy from slurry
Methane, which is emitted from slurry, can be captured and used as renewable energy, writes Stephen Robb.
26 June 2024 l2
IFJ Junior: how a diesel engine works
Internal combustion diesel engines power a lot of farm equipment. Gary Abbott looks at how these engines work.
26 June 2024 News
Biomethane imports set to rise with new obligation scheme
A new heat obligation scheme will require suppliers of natural gas to blend biomethane into their fuel supply and may lead to more biomethane being imported, undercutting Irish producers.
19 June 2024 News
Major Cork energy park for sustainable fuels a step closer
Sustainable fuel production, such as hydrogen, can provide an alternative route to market for renewable electricity assets, which face restricted grid access
19 June 2024 Renewables
Farmer Writes: AGA cookers have a mind of their own
Although it has provided much hardship, Gerald Potterton says that has his AGA to thank for his marriage.
5 June 2024 Farmer Writes
Green diesel prices back below €1/l
Prices quoted for green diesel across the country have dropped below the €1/l over the past week to lows of 96c/l, Gary Abbott reports.
5 June 2024 News