From a time when everything was hands on, the machinery available in the farming community these days allows agricultural contractors to get through at least ten times as much work on a daily basis. Agricultural Contractors have benefitted greatly from the evolution of technology, but there is one thing that cannot be surpassed and that […]
Edenmore Farm has taken great pride in growing and packing a wide variety of the finest potatoes for over 40 years. Located in the heart of the River Lagan Valley, the family business’ aim is to deliver an affordable, well-presented local product and a high standard with traditional great tasting varieties. The Lilburn name has […]
The silage season is upon as many farmers keep their fingers crossed for a dry spell of weather so that they can get their pits filled and covered, ready for the winter feed. The majority of farmers rely on contractors to come in and get the job done as efficiently and as quickly as possible. […]
Greenhill Fruit Farm is a family-run fruit growing enterprise based near Enniscorthy in County Wexford. Founder / proprietor Eamon Crean prides himself on providing customers with superior-tasting fruit that is of a consistently-high quality. This is why Greenhill is widely recognised as one of Ireland’s premier fruit farms. We met up with Eamon to find […]
Over the past two decades, P&M McKenna Agri Supplies has developed an excellent reputation for itself as Northern Ireland’s premier supplier of hay, straw and sawdust – and a whole lot more besides. We travelled to their Fintona, County Tyrone HQ and caught up with Mark McKenna to discuss the proud history and current well-being […]
Since its inception eight years ago, Ormiston Plant Repairs in County Cavan has developed a reputation as one of Ireland’s premier plant, and agricultural machinery specialists. We dropped into the company’s base at Stradone, 10km from Cavan town, to get an insight into day-to-day operations from founder Roy Ormiston. Roy Ormiston has been involved in […]
This year’s summer has made life very difficult for farmers and agricultural contractors to get their work done as wet conditions make it virtually impossible to carry out their duties. It can be a frustrating time for everyone involved in the farming community, but for S O’Rawe & Sons Plant Hire, it’s just a case […]
Farming is very much a family affair, which is handed down from generation to generation. Since the dawn of time, Ireland has relied on the food of the land not only for their own survival but for their livestock as well. The O’Halloran family in Ballyheigue, Co Kerry are one such family that have been […]
Using an up to date fleet of tractors and machinery, Newhouse Farm Services are agricultural contractors based in Termonfeckin, Co Louth. Celebrating the milestone of twenty years in business in 2015, Irish Tractor magazine caught up with owner/operator Paul Flynn to find out the secrets of their success. Although not originally from a farming background, […]
The potato plays a massive part in Irish history and is to this day an important part of our diet. There are many different varieties grown in this country, all of which can be used for different purposes. Ever wonder which potato makes the perfect crisp? Well for this month’s edition of Irish Tractor & […]
