Weather forecast

Temperatures are set to rise, reaching 11°C to 14°C in many eastern and southern areas, and 15°C or 16°C elsewhere, according to Met Éireann. Mist and fog will clear to leave a dry day, with a mix of sunny spells and occasional cloudy periods. Some sea mist may linger on parts of the east and south coasts. Moderate east to southeast breezes will be fresh and gusty along the southwest coast.

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  • Dale Farm has added a member bonus payment for March milk.
  • An IFA committee has recommended measures to improve the diversity of farmer representatives.

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