AGRI AWARE in partnership with the Laois Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB) is delighted to announce the launch of its transition year programme Intro to Ag that will now be eligible for all schools nationwide to register TY students.

The European Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028 to 2034 should include increased CAP funding, Mr Cowen says in the report

Jack Browne has taken an innovative approach to the land

The National Dairy Council says it is looking for enthusiastic young people from around the country to tell them why they want to be a Future Farmer

A HUGE congratulations to the sixth-year agricultural science students from St Leo’s College, Carlow, who sold their heifer at Leinster Mart last week – all in the name of charity!This inspiring initiative was made possible through the incredible ...

CARLOW IFA has called on dog owners to take responsibility following a vicious dog attack on a flock of sheep, leaving 80 young lambs and three ewes mauled to death.

The Tory leader met members of the Jackson family as she visited the Fairview dairy farm near Bangor in Co Down.

The loyalty to Baltinglass Mart over the past five decades has been exceptional and very much appreciated

A carpenter who claimed he could buy cattle from a bank following the repossession of farms and sell them on for a significant profit has been jailed for scamming two men out of over €900,000

THE epidemic of mental health problems among farmers must act as a wake-up call for EU policy makers, MEP Maria Walsh has told the European commissioner for agriculture Christophe Hansen.

A WORKSHOP aimed at providing farmers with the tools required to open up about their mental health and the confidence to ask for help when they need it was held in Myshall recently.

A MOUNT LEINSTER sheep farmer is offering a reward for information as to the whereabouts of 25 Cheviot ewes that have gone missing from Blackstairs Mountains.

THE IFA has launched its ‘Ready to Lead 2025’ programme, which will identify the next generation of leaders to take up officer positions within the IFA.

Rockstar-turned-cheesemaker Alex James reflects on tearing himself from his Cotswolds farm to get the band back together.

The accord faces a key test in Europe amid stiff resistance from Ireland, France and some other EU members.

THE CARLOW Farmer Wellbeing Day, held last week at Leinster Marts in Carlow, was a tremendous success, drawing strong attendance and providing much-needed support to the local farming community.

A MENTAL health epidemic within the rural community, stoked by taboos which inhibit farmers from discussing their private anxieties, has prompted a local clergyman to take action.

A MENTAL health epidemic within the rural community, stoked by taboos which inhibit farmers from discussing their private anxieties, has prompted a local clergyman to take action.

Political leaders visited the National Council of the Irish Farmers’ Association in Dublin ahead of the general election.

The annual showcase, taking place in Ratheniska in Co Laois, is one of the largest outdoor events in Europe.

Tirlán and its farmers have donated €5,000 to Embrace FARM to support its work helping families affected by farm accidents.

FRS, the multimillion euro social enterprise co-operative, which maintains a strong presence in Carlow and Kilkenny, has rebranded as FRS Co-Op.

FARMERS suffered an extensive drop in their incomes last year, a state authority has revealed.

The rate of farm accidents and fatalities is too high say the IFA

At Baltinglass Mart’s cattle sale on Wednesday 3 July there was a steady trade for good quality bullocks and heifers. Plainer cattle were slightly easier.

FOLLOWING the recent announcement by minister for agriculture Charlie McConalogue that agreement had been reached between his department and representatives of the main farming organisations on a new Farmers’ Charter, the agreed Farmer Charter ...

There was a call put out to the industry’s major players to support farmers as input costs remain high and cashflow on farms is becoming a real issue.

Mr Gallagher said the processing sector can and must do more on lamb price to reflect the actual costs of lamb production on farms and must be a lot stronger with retailers.

The Tinahely show is in the top three agricultural shows in the country

Brendan Golden said the department still has work to do on a number of outstanding issues

IFA Deputy President Alice Doyle has warned of crime gangs targeting farmers

"It’s just not making sense financially to continue"

A young female dairy farmer said she could actually fit her feet into over-sized calving gloves as she struggles to find outdoor workwear that isn't designed for six-feet tall men

He was reacting to a recent report from the EPA

The open event will dole out advice and tips

The former RTÉ Midlands Correspondent, Ciaran Mullooly, said their solutions are "lazy" and completely disregard the tourism sector

Simon Harris was speaking during a visit to Co Kildare on Thursday.

A British House of Lords committee said it is estimated around a third of veterinary medicines currently used in the region are at risk of discontinuation

The production of potatoes was also down last year, by 12.4%.

Irish tillage farmers have been struggling to know whether to sow crops after months of continuous wet weather.

Donegal farmer Jamie Rankin was able to plant 10 acres of potatoes last Thursday, bucking the national trend

Teagasc’s director of knowledge Stan Lalor confirmed the National Fodder and Food Security Committee (NFFSC) is due to meet on Tuesday

Many big and small potato farmers are warning that the Irish favourite variety of Rooster may be in scarce supply by June