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Colourful camellias are the perfect garden winter bloomers
Gerry Daly
Camellias are a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden, thriving even in the chilly months, writes Gerry Daly.
1 January 2025 Gardening
Gardening with Kitty: sow the seeds for a hearty yield
It’s time to rejuvenate and shape the upcoming season of growth in the kitchen garden and beyond, writes Kitty Scully.
11 December 2024 l2
Gardening with Gerry: deck the halls with a poinsettia
Plants are inexpensive gifts that keep on giving with just a little effort and some knowledge, writes Gerry Daly.
Gardening with Kitty: embrace the stillness and solace
As the depths of winter approach, it’s time to wrap up and head out to potter in the garden, writes Kitty Scully.
4 December 2024 Gardening
It’s time to drop the ad-lib diet
Derek Robinson has been told he needs to cut down on the amount of sugary foods in his diet.
27 November 2024 Farmer Writes
Agri jobs: Pig farm assistant needed in Cavan
Coming into the Christmas period, there are employers in the pig, dairy and horticulture sectors who are looking for new employees.
23 November 2024 Pigs
Gardening with Gerry: autumn colour everywhere
With little frost so far, this year has proven an excellent one for the autumn colour palette, writes Gerry Daly.
6 November 2024 Gardening
Torrential rain wreaks havoc on Spanish farms
Over 200 people have been killed in the flooding and vast swathes of farmland left underwater.
6 November 2024 News
Hungarian government tackles farmers' historic mistrust of co-ops
We travelled to Hungary to see how its government is trying to change the historical farmer perception around vegetable and fruit co-operatives.
3 November 2024 News
Gardening with Gerry: planting a winter wonderland
Pots and containers can bring lots of colour to the garden at this time of year – placement is key, writes Gerry Daly.
23 October 2024 Gardening
Gardening with Gerry: spin some garden magic
The spindle tree, known for its slender stems, earned its name from its historical use in crafting spindles for spinning wool, writes Gerry Daly.
25 September 2024 Gardening
A haven for farming enthusiasts and nature lovers in Kinsale
Described as a biodiversity farm, the land near Ballinspittle village combines nature friendly areas with organic fruit, nut and vegetable production, writes Tommy Moyles.
11 September 2024 For Sale