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Over 300 rural families to benefit from renewable energy project
Deirdre Verney
An innovative new initiative has been launched in the midlands, which will see families benefit from surplus renewable energy, writes Deirdre Verney.
Over 300 rural families to benefit from renewable energy project
Emphasis on close to nature forestry in Slovenia
9 October 2024 Community
Emphasis on close to nature forestry in Slovenia
The third highest forested country in Europe emphasises close-to-nature and recreation forestry rather than productive coniferous forestry.
Irish Country Living: gardening, cookery and health demonstrations
11 September 2024 Community
Irish Country Living: gardening, cookery and health demonstrations
Ciara Leahy, editor of Irish Country Living outlines what’s happening in the Irish Country Living slots on the Irish Farmers Journal stand, located at Block 2, Row 14, Stand 260
Referral to European Court of Justice creates more uncertainty for farmers - IFA
"The reality is that the referral to the ECJ adds further uncertainty for farmers, particularly those in derogation," the IFA said.
31 July 2024 Community
New MEPs have vital role in blocking Mercosur
The IFA president said that our MEPs may differ on some issues, but there’s a strong case for unity on Mercosur.
3 July 2024 Community
Carbery Macra members attend Royal Highland Show
There was every type of machinery you could think of, carnival games, excellent food stands and top-quality animals everywhere you looked.
3 July 2024 Community
IFA to host online quad safety training information meeting
Regulations governing the safe use of ATV/quad bikes in all workplaces came into effect last November.
26 June 2024 Community
Macra focuses on issues facing young rural dwellers
Members came from far and wide to put across their views at the Macra lobbying day.
26 June 2024 Community
Food Vision Tillage report needs urgent funding
Actions identified in the report must implemented swiftly to prevent damage to the tillage sector.
22 May 2024 Community
Highlighting all Macra has to offer
The future of Macra will be safe in the hands of bright, enthusiastic young people, writes Josephine O’Neill.
22 May 2024 Community
Open conversations needed to create change
Macra president Elaine Houlihan reflects on the past year as president.
15 May 2024 Community
‘Gamesmanship’ by beef factories must stop - IFA
Supplies of beef in the UK and EU are tight, contributing to beef prices in these destinations remaining steady and strong.
15 May 2024 Community