News - agriculture
Shannonside Northern Sound presenters nominated for prestigious mental health award
The award winners will be announced in early December.
Nov 2, 2021 16:43
New study highlights need for farmers to look after their health
It is estimated that almost 50% of Irish farmers have high blood pressure and elevated total cholesterol
Oct 15, 2021 09:40
‘Perfect storm' on the horizon for Monaghan agri-sector if changes aren’t made to permit process
The mushroom sector is said to be at crisis point.
Sep 27, 2021 15:22
Resolution on peat harvesting could be agreed "within days"
The Agriculture Minister told Northern Sound yesterday that he's committed to finding a resolution.
Jul 21, 2021 07:28
Water quality of nearly 60% of rivers in Northern Sound region "unsatisfactory"
The EPA report warns that urgent action is needed to tackle the problem.
Jul 14, 2021 12:14
Local TD hits out at "lazy and ill-informed narrative" around farming and climate change
Brendan Smith also called for the national co-financing commitments to be honoured.
Jul 5, 2021 07:53
Government warned jobs at risk in local horticulture sector because of ban on harvesting peat
The protection of bogs was one of the reasons the decision was made to implement the ban.
May 25, 2021 07:12
Ballyhaise Agricultural College will benefit from additional teaching appointments for Teagasc
Ballyhaise Agricultural College will benefit from additional teaching appointments for Teagasc. Local TD Brendan Smith has received confirmation that Teagasc has received approval for the
Feb 26, 2021 12:12
Wild birds in Cavan and Monaghan among 27 cases of bird flu found in Ireland
Wild birds in Cavan and Monaghan are among 27 cases of the H5N8 strain of bird flu found in Ireland. The Minister for Agriculture says
Feb 24, 2021 07:53
The Agriculture Minister says "proportionality" is required for satellite inspections that will face farmers
The Agriculture Minister says "proportionality" is required for satellite inspections that will soon face some farmers. The Satellite inspections, which will be employed for this
Feb 7, 2021 11:44NorthernSound Newsletter
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