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Roscommon farmer accused of animal welfare offences

The accused also faces charges relating to carcass disposal and tagging issues including an alleged failure to ensure livestock were identified by ear tags. Dara Bradley report.

NEWS 3 June 2026

Roscommon farmer accused of animal welfare offences

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‘I have not wilfully caused harm to any animal,’ jailed farmer tells court

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Dairy farmer jailed pending trial for breaching bail conditions

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Should we transfer the family farm early despite concerns?

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'For many of the children, it was their first time on a farm'

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