Jacqueline Hogge

jhogge@farmersjournal.ie

Mayo Abbey Parish Housing Project is a blueprint for ageing well

In week two of our Building a Home in rural Ireland series, we look at the measures being taken to support older people in Mayo to successfully downsize from large, older family homes.

FEATURES 11 February 2026

Mayo Abbey Parish Housing Project is a blueprint for ageing well

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Modular living for young homeowners a ‘no brainer’

Modular living for young homeowners a ‘no brainer’

FEATURES 4 February 2026

Farm viability at risk from lack of Fair Deal planning

Farm viability at risk from lack of Fair Deal planning

FEATURES 28 January 2026

Farmer’s Yards – a remedy to combat social isolation

Farmer’s Yards – a remedy to combat social isolation

Farmer’s Yards – a remedy to combat social isolation

FEATURES 14 January 2026

Tougher penalties needed to make nation's roads safer

Tougher penalties needed to make nation's roads safer

Tougher penalties needed to make nation's roads safer

FEATURES 7 January 2026

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Rural women offer a vital skill set to Irish economy

Rural women offer a vital skill set to Irish economy

Accessing funding and childcare are the biggest challenges facing women in rural Ireland looking to expand their entrepreneurial talents – that’s according to those who have succeeded.

FEATURES 3 December 2025

How to get started with registered farm partnership

How to get started with registered farm partnership

A Teagasc webinar will offer those interested in registered farm partnership a step-by-step guide to the process, led by collaborative farming specialist Ruth Fennell.

NEWS 3 December 2025

Wexford homeowners feel the chill with coldest properties

Wexford homeowners feel the chill with coldest properties

Research conducted by a Cork plumbing company has found homeowners in Wexford have the coldest homes, by analysing data on Building Energy Ratings (BER), compiled by the Central Statistics Office

NEWS 3 December 2025

Keeping the magic alive: our team’s festive traditions

Keeping the magic alive: our team’s festive traditions

From midnight meals to matching pyjamas – the Irish Farmers Journal team share the Christmas rituals that make their holidays extra special.

FEATURES 3 December 2025

Families all over rural Ireland lighting up the skies to raise cheer and funds

Families all over rural Ireland lighting up the skies to raise cheer and funds

All over Ireland, homes are being transformed with stunning light displays to raise funds for a host of local charities this Christmas. Here’s a round-up of some of our favourite displays.

FEATURES 3 December 2025

Carepack initiative delivers festive cheer to nursing homes nationwide

Carepack initiative delivers festive cheer to nursing homes nationwide

Over 50,000 gifts and cards are arriving in nursing homes through the Carepack initiative countrywide as people are urged to check on their older neighbours this Christmas.

FEATURES 3 December 2025

Domestic violence victims urged to seek local support

Domestic violence victims urged to seek local support

Support agencies and the gardaí encourage victims of domestic violence to seek help over Christmas as the IFA prepares to launch an awareness and education campaign for the farming community.

FEATURES 3 December 2025

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A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

Bord Bia addresses the concerns and misinformation that have been raised in recent weeks.

A message from Bord Bia to Irish farmers and growers

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