“It’s the first time in 30 years that I have ever drawn down any funding in my own name. It’s nice to be recognised for a lot of unseen work done over the years.

Wanted Large numbers of dry cows on a weekly basis, especially forward cows. Also wanted all types of bullocks for further feeding 500/600kgs and strong demand for all types of stores and forward factory fit cattle.

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

One of the longest-running agricultural shows in the country took place over the weekend in County Waterford, which even saw a special visit from Taoiseach Simon Harris

Two exceptional farms will host the tour, with a wide range of themes showcased on the day

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

The Déise boasts six finalists in major categories of this year's National Dairy Awards

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

Ministers McConalogue and Ryan welcome publication of National Biomethane Strategy which they consider a major step towards achieving carbon neutrality

Large numbers of dry cows are wanted on a weekly basis

The forestry events are free and open to the wider public curious about forestry and the importance of growing trees

'The Taoiseach gave a commitment to improving engagement with farmers' - President of ICMSA

Waterford TD Matt Shanahan raises concerns over young farm workers

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

Waterford candidates show an insight into their personal lives on and off the local election campaign trail 

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD and Bord Bia CEO Jim O’Toole led a contingent of Irish seafood exporters at the recent Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona, the world’s largest seafood trade fair with over 2,000 ...

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

A revised document is expected next month

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.