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Over 2,600 cattle and sheep seized by Department

Cattle and sheep seized and euthanised by the Department over a five-year period revealed.

NEWS 5 August 2026

Over 2,600 cattle and sheep seized by Department

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Dairy farmer mounts court challenge to overturn milk sale ban

Dairy farmer mounts court challenge to overturn milk sale ban

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Carlow duck farmer wins latest court battle with Department

Carlow duck farmer wins latest court battle with Department

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‘White van’ imports intercepted at NI ports

‘White van’ imports intercepted at NI ports

‘White van’ imports intercepted at NI ports

NORTHERN IRELAND 22 July 2026

Legal: why every farm family should have a will

Legal: why every farm family should have a will

Legal: why every farm family should have a will

L2 22 July 2026

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Ex-IFA chair Alo Mohan’s €32m poultry VAT damages claim thrown out

Ex-IFA chair Alo Mohan’s €32m poultry VAT damages claim thrown out

A poultry farmer’s bid to seek €32m from the State over his claim that he suffered damages for refusing to engage in VAT fraud has been struck out.

NEWS 27 May 2026

What happens the farm after a sudden death?

What happens the farm after a sudden death?

What to do if your farming spouse dies suddenly and how best to set yourself up to cope with a sudden bereavement.

L2 27 May 2026

Will the family farm pass on as you intended?

Will the family farm pass on as you intended?

Every farm family should understand how the Succession Act 1965 works.

L2 27 May 2026

Is contract rearing a viable alternative to leasing?

Is contract rearing a viable alternative to leasing?

Exploring tax considerations for succession and how contract rearing could offer a middle ground option.

L2 27 May 2026

How to make construction appointments on farms

How to make construction appointments on farms

Nearly all farm projects require appointments to be made regarding risks of health and safety, with the farmer responsible for making these appointments writes Martin Merrick.

BUILDINGS 27 May 2026

Roscommon farmer accused of animal welfare offences

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 27 May 2026

'I've worked the farm for years but own nothing'

'I've worked the farm for years but own nothing'

Many family farms operate informally under joint herd numbers without clear legal agreements.

L2 27 May 2026

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