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‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

We can help manage negativity in our farming lives positivity through initiatives like the Positive Farmers conference.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 21 January 2026

‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

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‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘It’s a new year, and it’s good to be alive – embrace it'

‘It’s a new year, and it’s good to be alive – embrace it'

FEATURES 7 January 2026

‘Lady Jeep’s ‘bottom’ no match for a mucky hill'

‘Lady Jeep’s ‘bottom’ no match for a mucky hill'

‘Lady Jeep’s ‘bottom’ no match for a mucky hill'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 30 December 2025

‘Remembering the families that are finding this time of year difficult’

‘Remembering the families that are finding this time of year difficult’

‘Remembering the families that are finding this time of year difficult’

KATHERINE O'LEARY 23 December 2025

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‘Ducking storm Bram and swapping muddy boots for Tenerife winter sunshine’

‘Ducking storm Bram and swapping muddy boots for Tenerife winter sunshine’

Enjoying a welcome break away with the family is rare and beautiful.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 November 2025

‘FBD Trust is celebrating 50 years, with €70m paid out in philanthropic support’

‘FBD Trust is celebrating 50 years, with €70m paid out in philanthropic support’

Half a century in business and millions paid to charitable agricultural projects is something worth celebrating for FBD.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 November 2025

‘I didn’t know reindeers ate porridge’ – Ricky’s enchanting Santa commentary

‘I didn’t know reindeers ate porridge’ – Ricky’s enchanting Santa commentary

Visiting Santa is part of the magic of Christmas and is a great way to diffuse any anxiety about his impending visit.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 November 2025

‘I believe the most important thing that you can gift a child is your time’

‘I believe the most important thing that you can gift a child is your time’

An impromptu birthday party for her beautiful grandson, Peter, who turned two last week was a lovely family occasion.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 November 2025

'A trip down the fields makes me feel part of the energy of the farm'

'A trip down the fields makes me feel part of the energy of the farm'

Autumnal beauty is battered by storm Claudia as animals and farmers wind down for the winter.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 November 2025

‘DJ let ordinary decent people down with his litany of lies'

‘DJ let ordinary decent people down with his litany of lies'

The revered All-Star has hurt people with the lies, but the generous people that did help the star should be proud of their caring nature.

L2 5 November 2025

‘It was personable – honest, funny at times and very heartwarming’

‘It was personable – honest, funny at times and very heartwarming’

Women & Agriculture delivers its traditional injection of laughter, hope and tears.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 November 2025

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Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

The Cavan Spring Farm Machinery Show takes place on 4 and 5 February at the Cavan Equestrian Centre, offering farmers a first look at the machines and technology driving the season ahead.

Cavan SFM Show brings the industry’s top machinery under one roof

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