News - farming

Local pig farmers not exempt from new environmental policies
Local pig farmers will be included in plans to develop a more sustainable agriculture sector.
Apr 15, 2021 14:07
Covid restrictions contribute to sharp decrease in number of farms sold in Co Monaghan last year
The number of farms sold in Co Monaghan decreased sharply in 2020, when compared to the year previous. The Irish Farmers Journal reports that only
Mar 31, 2021 12:43
Monaghan IFA to elect new Chair tonight
Monaghan IFA is to elect a new Chair tonight. The organisation will hold its AGM later where Frank Brady will step down after four years
Mar 30, 2021 17:22
Local IFA Chairman says marts should remain closed to protect vulnerable farmers
A local IFA Chairman says marts should remain closed to help protect the most vulnerable farmers. Marts are currently operating through online platforms only, in
Mar 19, 2021 17:00
Cavan woman hoping to become Vice President of Macra na Feirme in the North-West Region
A Cavan woman is hoping to become the Vice President of Macra na Feirme in the North-West Region. Luna Orofiamma,who lives in Butlersbridge
Mar 5, 2021 12:04
Poultry farmers and owners learned lessons following last bird flu outbreak says local journalist
Poultry farmers and owners have learned lessons following the last outbreak of bird flu according to a local journalist. Wild birds in Cavan and Monaghan
Feb 24, 2021 17:15
Monaghan IFA launches campaign to highlight importance of local agriculture
Monaghan IFA has launched a campaign to highlight the importance of local agriculture. "No Farmers, No Food" aims to show people from the region what
Jan 26, 2021 17:42
Closure of Station Road Mart in Cootehill will come as a shock to customers according to local agricultural journalist
The closure of the Station Road Mart in Cootehill will come as a shock to customers according to a local agricultural journalist. Mart managers Jimmy
Jan 19, 2021 14:40
Farmers in Northern Sound region received almost €100 million in farming supports in last four months of 2020
Farmers in the Northern Sound region received €98 million in farming supports from September to December last year. Figures published by the Department of Agriculture
Jan 14, 2021 17:01
Family of Killeevan man seriously injured in farming accident a step closer to getting him back home
The family of a Killeevan man seriously injured in a farm accident last year are a step closer to getting him back home. In April,
Jan 11, 2021 11:44NorthernSound Newsletter
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