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Tree care experts for over 25 years

10 Nov , 2016  

Celebrating over 25 years in business, Abraham Tree Maintenance in Waringstown, Co. Armagh covers a wide area with a team of experienced tree surgeons and support staff who can take care of all your tree felling, pruning, shaping, crown reduction and removal needs. Health & Safety manager Rowland Chapman explains more. Abraham Tree Maintenance has […]

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A family affair for Jim Farrell Contractors

9 Nov , 2016  

Jim Farrell Agricultural Contractors have been providing their customers with an excellent service for more than 20 years now, so Irish Tractor & Agri decided it was time to catch up with one of the men behind the Westmeath-based agri outfit. Success breeds success. The old saying certainly seems to be the case when you […]

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Grain prices a real concern

8 Nov , 2016  

The current price of grain has become major concern amongst farmers as the world market continues to be a volatile area. Farming is dictated by the world market whether it be the price of milk or cereals and the current price has left it very difficult for farmers to make a living. For this month’s […]

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Family to the core

7 Nov , 2016  

Down through the decades, the Cotter family in Cappoquin, Co Waterford has earned itself a stellar reputation for the work they’ve carried out in agricultural contracting all over the local region. Second generation farmer Kieran Cotter told us more. Since the 1960s, the Cotter family name has been synonymous with excellence in agricultural contracting and […]

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New Kubota tractors arrive at Mulchrone Bros

4 Nov , 2016  

The first Kubota M7001 tractors have arrived at Mulchrone Bros Ltd in Westport, Co. Mayo and are expected to take the Irish market by storm. Available in three different models – the 130hp M7131, 150hp M7151 and 170hp M7171 – the new series is ideal for carrying out a wide range of jobs on both […]

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Byrd Agri offers the complete package

3 Nov , 2016  

Celebrating 15 years in business, Brendan Byrd Agri Contractors in Co Cavan continues to grow from strength to strength in the industry. Irish Tractor & Agri spoke to the man himself to find out all about the business and his impressive fleet of New Holland tractors. Starting up on your own is no easy feat, […]

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An extraordinary sheep farming legacy

2 Nov , 2016  

The story of Ballycoose Farm in County Antrim is a gripping one. The Tweed family has been synonymous with farming this land for over four-and-a-half centuries and current owner Campbell Tweed OBE is widely regarded as one of Northern Ireland’s premier sheep farmers. As well as producing premium sheep, the spectacular farm has also been […]

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The farm building experts in West Cork

28 Oct , 2016  

B&D Sheds Ltd is a leading fabricator and erector of farm buildings based in Skibbereen, Co. Cork. The family-run business has the knowledge and experience to build sheds of all sizes and budgets. Established in 2008 by Bernard O’Donovan and Donal Kelly to cater for the then booming slatted shed sector, B&D Sheds has been […]

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Boyd Haulage: for all your rendering needs

27 Oct , 2016  

The disposal of category one meat and bonemeal is the single largest issue facing the rendering industry on a daily basis. It is a complex industry that requires every ‘T’ to be crossed and every ‘I’ to be dotted before a business can perform its duties. The legislation regarding the collection of fallen animals has […]

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EFS - for all your dairy and farm needs

26 Oct , 2016  

Enniscorthy Farm Systems Ltd (EFS) is a market leader in the supply and fitting of dairy and cattle housing equipment. Founded in 1998 by Ibar Murphy and Peter Prendergast, the company supplies a wide range of products, including DeLaval milking equipment. The business partners acquired the renowned DeLaval brand following the closure of Roche & […]

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