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Wexford’s Agri Building Specialists

1 Jun , 2018  

Fox Brothers Engineering Ltd in Co Wexford is fast approaching 40 years since its inception and continues to be a leader in the fabrication and erection of agricultural buildings.  Irish Tractor & Agri found out more from sales co-ordinator DJ Byrne. Since the factory opened, Fox Brothers Engineering Ltd has grown vastly and now offers […]

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Variety key for Sean O’Malley plant hire

30 May , 2018  

Sean O’Malley Plant Hire Ltd. is an exceptional family-run operation that provides unrivalled plant hire, land drainage, forestry development, road-making, tipper hire and turf cutting solutions across the West of Ireland and – increasingly – further afield. We touched base with the eponymous founder / proprietor to get an update. To keep their stunning fleet […]

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Part of the fabric of Castleisland since 1959

29 May , 2018  

Established in 1959, Castleisland Co-Op is one of the oldest and largest livestock marts in the country. It becomes a hive of activity every Monday and Wednesday when farmers from far and wide converge for the popular calves / weanlings and general sales. In the heart of Castleisland, you’ll find Castleisland Co-Operative Livestock Mart, which […]

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The proof is in the pudding!

25 May , 2018  

What a year 2017 was for Clonakilty Food Co, makers of Ireland’s favourite Blackpudding. The opening of a new custom-built production facility in Clonakilty, Co. Cork on October 2 was followed by the company receiving prestigious Agribusiness and Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards. The dream became a reality for everyone associated with Clonakilty Food […]

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No.1 in the south east for tractors and agri equipment – sales and service

23 May , 2018  

For almost four decades, Springmount Tractors has been providing farmers and contractors in the south east with unrivalled sales, service and parts solutions for tractors and agricultural machinery. We dropped into their well-appointed Gorey, County Wexford base to find out more from founder / proprietor Alfred Spencer. As main agent for Case IH tractors and […]

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The quality experts

22 May , 2018  

A commitment to manufacturing quality products has earned R&M Buckets Ltd a reputation that is the envy of all their competitors. Placing a huge emphasis on meeting their customers’ expectations has played a significant part in the company’s success over the years. This family run business was established by Michael Rafferty, who brought his vast […]

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Growing over 100 years

18 May , 2018  

Moore Produce is a family farm growing and packing potato and vegetable produce. Irish Tractor & Agri learned all about the business from Anthony Moore, who is third generation in the Co Dublin farm. Based in North Dublin, Moore Produce specialises in growing over 300 acres of fresh potatoes and vegetables. Pat Moore and his […]

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Putting farmers first

16 May , 2018  

With more than 25 years under its belt, William Foster Tractors Ltd in Co Wicklow continues to lead the way when it comes to the supply of New Holland products. Irish Tractor & Agri caught up with the man himself to learn more about the company. These are busy times for William Foster Tractors Ltd […]

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Efficient contracting … on time, every time

15 May , 2018  

Hughes Brothers Agri have been providing unrivalled contracting services for more than four decades. We travelled to the fertile terrain of Ballinkillen in County Carlow and touched base with Philip Hughes to find out more about this highly-regarded family-run enterprise. Specialists in wagon silage, self-propelled silage and baling & wrapping, Hughes Brothers Agri are renowned […]

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Catering for farmers’ machinery needs

10 May , 2018  

With over 30 years’ experience, Naas Farm Machinery has established itself as a leading supplier of new and used tractors and agricultural machinery. Irish Tractor & Agri learned more about the business from its General Manager, Murt Murphy. When George Delahunt first set-up Naas Farm Machinery back in 1986 he’d have hardly anticipated being in […]