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Threat to falcons is labeled 'drivel'

Renowned falcon biologist Dr Nick Fox claimed there was no evidence of falcons being smuggled to the Gulf.

NEWS 4 March 2026

Threat to falcons is labeled 'drivel'

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Breeding Waders EIP now covers over 2,300ha out of 12,000ha goal

Breeding Waders EIP now covers over 2,300ha out of 12,000ha goal

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 23 February 2026

Farmer assistance sought to protect peregrine falcons

Farmer assistance sought to protect peregrine falcons

NEWS 4 February 2026

Birds Directive ruling could clip the wings of farming and forestry

Birds Directive ruling could clip the wings of farming and forestry

Birds Directive ruling could clip the wings of farming and forestry

NEWS 18 January 2026

Demand for poultry meat continues to grow

Demand for poultry meat continues to grow

Demand for poultry meat continues to grow

POULTRY 10 December 2025

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Bird flu outbreak on Laois turkey farm

Bird flu outbreak on Laois turkey farm

This is the fourth flock in the Republic of Ireland to be affected, but is the first for almost two weeks.

NEWS 10 November 2025

Local biodiversity projects receive funding of €3m

Local biodiversity projects receive funding of €3m

The 2026 funding scheme is now open to all local authorities.

NEWS 10 November 2025

Almost 40,000 turkeys to be culled

Almost 40,000 turkeys to be culled

The latest outbreak of highly pathogenic bird flu was confirmed on a turkey farm in Monaghan on Monday, bringing the total number of turkeys affected to 39,390.

NEWS 10 November 2025

Will bird flu stretch the budget?

Will bird flu stretch the budget?

With money so tight that the beef and sheep welfare scheme coffers could not be topped up, will the Government have the money to compensate depopulated poultry farmers?

DEALER 10 November 2025

Bank of Ireland encouraging bird owners to engage amid flu outbreak

Bank of Ireland encouraging bird owners to engage amid flu outbreak

Bank of Ireland pledges ongoing support for the poultry sector.

NEWS 10 November 2025

Coastal birds project takes off from Cork to Wexford

Coastal birds project takes off from Cork to Wexford

Farmers can participate in a new project which aims to improve biodiversity which could have practical benefits on farms, writes Paul Moore.

NEWS 10 November 2025

Bird flu confirmed on Monaghan turkey farm

Bird flu confirmed on Monaghan turkey farm

A mandatory housing order for all poultry and captive birds took effect on Monday 10 November to prevent the spread of bird flu.

NEWS 10 November 2025

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Advice for supporting gut health

Taking a preventative approach to scours and supplying calves with targeted health products during digestive disturbance are essential for sustained growth.

Advice for supporting gut health

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