Animal welfare has become a more important feature in our lives as changes to legislation ensure that they are treated properly. This applies to the transportation of animals as well. Gone are the days when animals would be squashed into a trailer and maybe not fed or watered until the reach their destination, which in […]
Celebrating 15 years in business, Ned Murphy Tractors Ltd in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford has recently added another string to its bow with the launch of its Massey Salvage division. Synonymous with the sales and servicing of Massey Ferguson tractors since 1999, Ned Murphy Tractors Ltd now boasts a salvage supplies section which has been receiving […]
For four generations, Leo Dunne Ltd has been growing carrots in Durrow, Co. Laois and the surrounding areas. Today, the Dunne family continues to grow and prepack conventional and organic carrots of the highest quality, which can found on shop shelves all over Ireland. Originally, the family grew a variety of vegetables before a decision […]
The Irish Hardy Nursery Stock Association (IHNSA) is a commodity sector within the horticultural section of the IFA and is the representative body of nursery stock producers whose main objective is to advance and protect the interests of primary producers of hardy nursery stock. A member of the European Nursery Stock Association (ENA), IHNSA provides […]
Since its genesis 38 years ago, Anglesey Equine Hospital in County Kildare has evolved into Ireland’s No.1 veterinary practise for the treatment of horses. We dropped into their well-appointed base adjacent to The Curragh Racecourse and got an insight into day-to-day operations from Tom Austin, one of four partners in the pioneering practice. Anglesey Lodge […]
Ever wonder how retailers have such fresh fruit and vegetables in their stores? Well wonder no longer as this article sets out to explain the tasks involved in getting these items from their source and onto the shelves. Time is of the essence in this industry and experience counts for a lot too and that […]
The summer months are a hive activity in the farming community as there is so much to be done in a short time frame. Winter brings about its own perils and although it may not be as hectic as the previous two seasons, it certainly is not a case of downing tools for a couple […]
Broughan Engineering Ltd. designs, engineers and manufactures a full range of high-quality, bespoke agricultural trailers. We dropped into the pioneering company’s County Carlow base to get an insight into the history and current well-being of this progressive family business – as well as the vast range of products offered – from founding directors Paul and […]
In this modern world, where a couple are both working during the day, there has been a huge increase in the demand for convenient foods. Very few want to be standing over the cooker for an hour or so when they return home from a hard day’s work and ready-made meals have proven to be […]
Suppliers of new and used tractors and machinery, Donegal Farm Machinery was established in 1986 by the late Irwin Stewart and since then has developed a reputation for offering top quality products at the lowest prices possible. Today Irwin’s son Austin runs the Bonagee, Letterkenny-based operation and, along with a friendly staff of six full-time […]
