Irish experts react to first human case of Shamonda virus
The death of a severely immunocompromised patient in France who tested positive for Shamonda virus (SHAV), coupled with…
First human death as a result of Shamonda virus reported in France
The first known human case of Shamonda virus has resulted in the death of a man in France.…
Ireland’s first on-farm biorefining and anaerobic digestion plant opens in Cork
Ireland’s first on-farm demonstration plant integrating grass biorefining and anaerobic digestion has officially opened. The plant is located…
‘East Cork, it’s like the Sahara Desert’: Dread sets in as drought conditions continue
Irish farm advisors are dreading conversations with farmers as grass growth stalls and winter feed stocks come under…
Tirlán takes on three pharmacies across Carlow and Kilkenny
Tirlán co-operative has recently announced the acquisition of three established community pharmacies in Co Carlow and Kilkenny. The…
Ireland’s UK beef trade at risk as 80,000 tonnes of Brazilian beef seek new home
EU restrictions on Brazilian beef exports in September could backfire badly for the Irish beef industry, if the…
From social media to show ring: Black Betty takes centre stage
With summer approaching, agricultural shows are back in focus — and West Cork’s Katie Shanahan is preparing to…
One of Ireland’s top-performing suckler farms to host farm walk
John Pringle, Future Beef representative, will be hosting a farm walk on May 29 on his farm, considered…
Horse Sport Ireland launches new 2030 strategic plan
The new strategic plan outlining an ambitious vision for the future of the Irish equestrian sector has been…
Irish-grown oats have untapped nutritional potential that could boost consumer health, study finds
A new study has revealed significant nutritional differences and untapped health benefits between Irish-grown oat varieties. New findings…
Food watchdog issues major recall of chicken from several retailers
Several retailers have issued recalls of chicken products due to possible salmonella contamination. The Food Safety Authority of…
Animal Health Ireland launches biosecurity week
The first-ever national biosecurity week has been announced ahead of the breeding season. Animal Health Ireland (AHI) is…