Down through the generations, Millbank Farm in Killinchy, Newtownards, County Down has thrived by evolving in line with customer needs and market trends. Today, a busy farm shop in nearby Saintfield and an efficient broiler chicken operation are at the centre of this progressive family-run enterprise, which also comprises a long-established, extensive and sustainable mixed-farming […]
In the past two years, Limerick-headquartered Samco have opened a new chapter in their history by taking on dealerships for the Case IH, Kverneland, Vicon, McConnel, Siloking and RedRock marques to complement their renowned Samco Agricultural Manufacturing products. We touched base with sales manager Ger Madigan to discuss the tremendous success to date of Samco […]
The use of an ATV (All Terrain Vehicle – quad) is becoming more popular on farms throughout Ireland. Raising awareness in the safe use of ATV’s is vital for the safety of all operators. New legislation will come into effect in Ireland on 20 November 2023 which will require all operators of an ATV to […]
These are exciting times for Casey Agri which is the new name for New Holland in counties Offaly, Laois and south Kildare. A one-stop shop for all your farm machinery needs, the family business is run by husband-and-wife Bob and Denise Casey from their depot in Garryhinch, Portarlington, Co. Offaly, and this appointment marks their […]
The Reynolds family have been producing the finest farm fresh potatoes from the rich soil of County Meath for more than half a century. To ensure that industry-leading standards of excellence are maintained across every facet of this exceptional family-run business, investment continues unabated. Over the decades, the Reynolds name has become synonymous with quality […]
There’s never a dull moment at Smith’s Farm Plastic Recycling & Agri Contractors and, due to the wide-ranging nature of daily activities, no two days are the same for Ronan Smith and his trusty team. We interrupted the Cavan farmer, contractor and entrepreneur’s hectic schedule to get an update on his expanding operations. As well […]
Specialising in both structural steel fabrication and plant hire, Waterford-headquartered Dalton Structural Steel have been providing farmers in Munster and Leinster with unrivalled farm building and groundworks solutions for two decades and counting. We contacted founder and proprietor Gerry Dalton to find out more about the complete range of outstanding services delivered to the agri […]
Established in 2000, Eugene Hughes Agri & Plant Ltd provides an exceptional service to farmers and building contractors within a 20-mile radius of its Kingscourt, Co. Cavan base. Owner Eugene Hughes runs an impressive agri contracting and plant hire business which continues to go from strength to strength. Also a suckler and beef farmer, Eugene […]
Based in Curraghboy, Co Roscommon, Egan Agri Services is a quality agricultural contracting service which uses modern, up to date machinery and competent operators to deliver for its customers. Irish Tractor Agri & Plant caught up with Managing Director Eddie Egan to find out all about the company – from its origins to the overall […]
This September marks a decade-and-a-half since Ray Doyle assumed the position of Livestock and Environmental Policy Director at Irish Cooperative Organisation Society (ICOS) and Irish Tractor Agri & Plant caught up with the Kildare native to get his views on the country’s livestock market today. Originally formed in 1894, the Irish Cooperative Organisation Society (ICOS) […]
