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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 & […]
Celebrating a decade in business, VK Agri Recycling has established itself as the leading recycler of black plastic and other unwanted farmyard materials in Connacht. We caught up with founder / proprietor Vincent Kearney to find out more about this outstanding, IFFPG-endorsed operation. Formed in 2006, VK Agri Recycling is a licensed contractor of the […]
As of 1 November 2016, new owners of John Deere 7310R tractors are eligible to participate in a programme that rewards customers financially for fuel-efficient driving on the road. The Fuel Guarantee Programme is designed to offer a special incentive to customers for limiting or even reducing the fuel consumption of their tractor in transport […]
At Monaghan-based DM Tours they’ll take the hassle out of organising your ideal agricultural trip. Your journey is planned by professionals with years of experience and nothing is left to chance because Managing Director, Damian McKenna, understands every aspect of the agricultural tour business from the ground up. It is by accident rather than design […]
