Sarah McIntosh

smcintosh@farmersjournal.ie

Geoff Chapman: ‘we’re building a strong sense of community at FarmYard CrossFit’

Geoff Chapman, owner of FarmYard CrossFit, has carved a niche business in farm diversification, turning an old shed into a rural fitness hub.

FEATURES 8 April 2026

Geoff Chapman: ‘we’re building a strong sense of community at FarmYard CrossFit’

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Beyond the gavel: inside the world of auctioneering with Adrianna Hegarty

Beyond the gavel: inside the world of auctioneering with Adrianna Hegarty

CAREERS 8 April 2026

First organic and biological Green Cert launched in Ireland

First organic and biological Green Cert launched in Ireland

EDUCATION 8 April 2026

Young Stock Podcast: Michael O’Leary on farming, fuel and future plans

Young Stock Podcast: Michael O’Leary on farming, fuel and future plans

Young Stock Podcast: Michael O’Leary on farming, fuel and future plans

NEWS 6 April 2026

A crucial link between scientists and media tackling AI generated misinformation

A crucial link between scientists and media tackling AI generated misinformation

A crucial link between scientists and media tackling AI generated misinformation

NEWS 1 April 2026

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Movers & Shakers: this month's industry leaders and emerging talent

Movers & Shakers: this month's industry leaders and emerging talent

We take a look at those making moves with new roles and appointments in the agri jobs sector.

RECRUITMENT 25 March 2026

Money Mentor: will an energy efficient building upgrade pay off?

Money Mentor: will an energy efficient building upgrade pay off?

Will a more energy efficient building bring financial benefits? Here’s what to consider.

MONEY MENTOR 25 March 2026

Hot cross bun tradition rises at McCloskey’s Bakery for Easter

Hot cross bun tradition rises at McCloskey’s Bakery for Easter

Who doesn’t love a hot cross bun? Since 1940, McCloskey’s Bakery in Co Louth – built on a family passion – has been at the centre of carrying on this traditional Easter favourite.

FEATURES 25 March 2026

Listen: Growing Minds - episode four, part two

Listen: Growing Minds - episode four, part two

In the final episode of our new series aimed at secondary school students, experts discuss exam tips and the importance of time management.

NEWS 25 March 2026

Equestrian career off to a flying start for Meath graduate

Equestrian career off to a flying start for Meath graduate

Tara Carroll, who is taking part in the Godolphin Flying Start programme, on the oppurtunities in equine.

EDUCATION 25 March 2026

Surge in veterinary preferences, but not enough supply

Surge in veterinary preferences, but not enough supply

An increase in 198% of applications on this years CAO looking to study veterinary medicine, but only 80 new courses are available.

EDUCATION 25 March 2026

Supporting continuous veterinary education

Supporting continuous veterinary education

A new centre dedicated to professional development and lifelong learning for veterinary professionals has been launched in Thurles.

NEWS 25 March 2026

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What exactly is contributing to high-quality silage in Kilkenny

For dairy farmers Leslie and Sam Caldbeck, producing high-quality silage is central to how their Kilkenny farm performs.

What exactly is contributing to high-quality silage in Kilkenny

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