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Women & Agriculture: why hearing women’s stories matters most

Ahead of the 17th Women & Agriculture conference, Katherine O'Leary reflects on the event’s evolution and the value of connecting with women navigating farm and family life.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 21 October 2026

Women & Agriculture: why hearing women’s stories matters most

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FBD National Dairy Show: the future of farming depends on the next generation

FBD National Dairy Show: the future of farming depends on the next generation

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 October 2026

‘The heat and drought took its toll on the heifers; fertility had suffered'

‘The heat and drought took its toll on the heifers; fertility had suffered'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 7 October 2026

'Will the owner of the pink hurley have the same opportunities in Gaelic games?'

'Will the owner of the pink hurley have the same opportunities in Gaelic games?'

'Will the owner of the pink hurley have the same opportunities in Gaelic games?'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 30 September 2026

Why ploughing at home was the next best thing

Why ploughing at home was the next best thing

Why ploughing at home was the next best thing

KATHERINE O'LEARY 23 September 2026

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‘The end of the drought and a return to grass growth bring a jovial mood’

‘The end of the drought and a return to grass growth bring a jovial mood’

Grass growth has exceeded expectations following the drought, creating an upbeat atmosphere at the Irish Holstein Friesian Association Focus Farm Day in Cork, writes Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

Mighty craic rising to the challenge at Dairy Women Ireland DIY course

Mighty craic rising to the challenge at Dairy Women Ireland DIY course

Reacquainting herself with her DIY skills, Katherine O'Leary now has a surprising list of tasks to complete after attending a course organised by the South Regional Branch of Dairy Women Ireland

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

‘As children return to school, it's time to get them going on the chores'

‘As children return to school, it's time to get them going on the chores'

With the school year under way, now is the time to get that jobs list up on the kitchen wall, says Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

'Cuddles and conversation made up for a family party that never happened'

'Cuddles and conversation made up for a family party that never happened'

A family celebration never materialised for Katherine O'Leary during the solar eclipse, but a hospital visit, plenty of cuddles and shepherd's pie made for a memorable day.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

'Rain has arrived in parts of mid-Cork and it's badly needed after the drought'

'Rain has arrived in parts of mid-Cork and it's badly needed after the drought'

According to Met Éireann, July was the driest on record. While recent rainfall brought some relief, Katherine O'Leary says much more is needed to boost grass growth on her mid-Cork farm.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

'The Highlands reminded me of Kerry – but not quite as beautiful'

'The Highlands reminded me of Kerry – but not quite as beautiful'

A holiday in Scotland reminded Katherine O’Leary of Ireland’s farming landscape, from the mountains and fields to the familiar beauty of Kerry.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

‘Sport played a big part in our holiday... cheering from the sidelines'

‘Sport played a big part in our holiday... cheering from the sidelines'

Katherine O’Leary discovers that taking part isn't the only way sport brings people together – cheering from the sidelines can be just as valuable.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

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How the Nolan family is building its future herd

JJ Nolan farms at Ballyduhig, outside Broadford in Co Limerick, with his wife Mary and their son Gerard.

How the Nolan family is building its future herd

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