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Farmer fined €4,450 for illegally burning waste
Amy Forde
The farmer was found to have burned farm plastics, household and other wastes in his farmyard in March 2023.
4 September 2024 Northern Ireland
Small market for self-build mortgages in NI
With the small number of lenders for self-build mortgages being easily put off, the key advice is to start making enquiries as early as possible.
28 August 2024 Northern Ireland
Dealing with another snatch-and-grab year
There have been few opportunities for field work this summer, writes John Egerton.
Agri jobs: farm assistants required on pig farm in Limerick
A variety of enterprises are looking to recruit full time staff including a pig farm, a dairy farm, a drystock farm and an accountant manager with experience in the veterinary or agricultural sector.
24 August 2024 News
Gardaí attend farm shed fire in Donegal
No injuries were reported and no offences were disclosed, according to gardaí.
23 August 2024 News
Farmers warned to be vigilant after spate of GPS theft reports
“Offenders are willing to travel the length and breadth of Northern Ireland to steal GPS kits,” David McCracken of the UFU has said.
9 August 2024 Northern Ireland
Clever use of technology on the Fox farm
Both Ian and John Fox are keen farmers and engineers, with lots of nifty gadgets on their Limerick farm.
24 July 2024 Milk quality
Agri jobs: three-bed house available with full-time herdsperson role
Plenty of opportunities have become available for experienced dairy personnel, with enticing packages attached.
6 July 2024 News
United effort required for water quality
A united effort from farmer, the dairy industry and politicians is more evident than before when it comes to the future of the nitrates derogation, according to a senior Department inspector.
1 June 2024 News