Minister McConalogue says the campaign is in response to "unprecedented fertiliser prices" and potential supply concerns.

Announcement from the Agriculture Minister welcomed locally.

Senator Gallagher says a number of agricultural enterprises in the local region could provide a more natural alternative.

One in every 14 jobs in Ireland is in the agri-food sector.

There’s a lot of confusion about what is allowed and what enforcement measures will be needed.

A report commissioned by Monaghan County Council found that by-product water pollution and ammonia emissions were significant issues.

The competition recognises the top farmers in the country who are growing and utilising more grass on their land.

The sector faced a number of outbreaks during the pandemic.