News

Glyphosate Resistance in Italian Ryegrass Concerning – IFA

April 19, 2025 · Leave a Comment 

IFA Grain Committee Chair Kieran McEvoy said the announcement by Teagasc on the discovery of a field population of Italian ryegrass resistant to the herbicide glyphosate was a very concerning development. “Herbicide resistant grassweeds are a very significant challenge in crop production systems around the world and a future escalation of herbicide resistant grassweeds is something that our vulnerable tillage sector certainly does not need at this time,” he continued. “We would urge farmers who are be dealing with Italian ryegrass or other aggressive grassweeds to consult with advisory services... [Read the full story]

GAA

GAA’s ‘little bit of madness’ joins us together – McCarthy

November 19, 2021 · Comments Off on GAA’s ‘little bit of madness’ joins us together – McCarthy 

Faithful County GAA fans have been told a new publication on life within the Association by Offaly writer and editor PJ Cunningham highlights the ‘madness’ which joins them together. Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Larry McCarthy, was speaking as he launched ‘Grassroots – Stories from the Heart of the GAA’ at Croke Park. Editor PJ Cunningham (r) and Ricey Scully at the launch of ‘Grassroots – Stories from the Heart of the GAA’ in Croke Park. Pic: Aishling Conway. The book, edited by Clara-native author and journalist, Cunningham, is a comprehensive treasure trove of GAA-related... [Read the full story]

Entertainment

The Sound of Ireland radio station for St Patrick’s Week & beyond – listener survey open for entry

March 14, 2025 · Comments Off on The Sound of Ireland radio station for St Patrick’s Week & beyond – listener survey open for entry 

As people across the globe celebrate Ireland’s national holiday, ‘The Sound of Ireland’ radio station is playing an all Irish soundtrack from 10th March streaming from Dublin across Ireland and the world.  Now in its 4th year, ‘The Sound of Ireland’ is expanding – from March 18th it will become a year round online station broadcasting ‘The Best of Irish’ 365 days of the year – exploring and amplifying Ireland’s greatest music, culture, heritage, destinations and more. Listeners are invited to vote now in the listener survey – vote for best Irish song, food,... [Read the full story]

Events

Conference to highlight commercial market opportunities for organic vegetables

February 10, 2025 · Comments Off on Conference to highlight commercial market opportunities for organic vegetables 

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, and Minister of State for Forestry, Horticulture and Farm Safety, Michael Healy-Rae TD, today announced a conference on “Commercial Market Opportunities in Organic Vegetable Production 2025 – Field Scale and Protected Cropping” at the Department’s facilities in Backweston, Co. Kildare on Monday, 17 February 2025. Minister Heydon said: “I welcome this event, which highlights the growing opportunities within the organic vegetable production sector, and shows the training and financial supports that are available to... [Read the full story]

Sports

Tipperary’s Nicole Drought Wins At Donington Park

April 23, 2024 · Comments Off on Tipperary’s Nicole Drought Wins At Donington Park 

Nicole Drought and Justin Roberts took on two different races at Donington Park last weekend. They entered the EBC Brakes Honda Civic in the Trackdays Championship race on Saturday and managed to qualify third of the 35 entries. In the race itself, Justin started the race and handed over to Nicole at the half way mark still in third place. Nicole held off a prolonged attack from a BMW 130i for the duration to claim a podium position for the delighted duo in their first UK race of 2024. On Sunday morning, they returned to the track to qualify for the Trackday Trophy race and they posted the fourth... [Read the full story]

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Irish Water and Green-Schools supporting students during lockdown with suite of Stay Home Resources

February 9, 2021 · Comments Off on Irish Water and Green-Schools supporting students during lockdown with suite of Stay Home Resources 

Green-Schools, in partnership with Irish Water, are supporting students and their families during lockdown with a series of Stay Home resources aimed at helping them learn more about water, one of our most fascinating and precious resources. With students and their parents adapting to the challenges of home schooling, these online resources are designed to be fun, entertaining and easily accessible. From water-themed videos to quizzes, experiments and much more, there is a host of activities for students of all ages to enjoy doing at home. Sé McDermott doing the Green-Schools Stay Home Plastic... [Read the full story]

News

Glyphosate Resistance in Italian Ryegrass Concerning – IFA

IFA Grain Committee Chair Kieran McEvoy said the announcement by Teagasc on the discovery of a field population of Italian ryegrass resistant to the herbicide glyphosate was a very concerning development. “Herbicide resistant grassweeds are a very significant challenge in crop production systems around the world...

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Munster Technological University Celebrate Historic First Time Volleyball All Ireland Win

Munster Technological University is pleased to share a historic sporting achievement after its Mens Volleyball Club claimed their first-ever All Ireland title. The momentous win took place on Friday, 28th March at the University of Limerick as part of the action-packed Volleyball Ireland Cup Finals weekend. Winning...

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Three Offaly organisations shortlisted in RDS Sustainability and Circular Economy Awards

Three organisations in County Offaly have been shortlisted for prestigious RDS Awards taking place on Wednesday 9th April as part of the ‘Finding Common Ground’ festival in the RDS in Dublin. The awards look to celebrate the people behind farms and businesses that are developing effective and impactful sustainability...

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There has been a welcome reduction in nitrogen levels in rivers in 2024, says EPA

Early Insights Nitrogen Indicator for 2024, published by the EPA, shows that nitrogen levels in rivers have reduced in 2024. Despite the reduction, nitrogen remains too high in the southeastern half of the country and further reductions will be needed to bring them to satisfactory levels. Agriculture is the primary...

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Tipperary’s Nicole Drought Wins UK TDC Opener at Snetterton

2024 TDC Champion Nicole Drought started her title defence in the best possible way at Snetterton at the weekend by qualifying on pole position, taking fastest lap and winning the opening race of the season. Having worked with four times BTCC Champion Colin Turkington during Fri day testing, Nicole had made some setup...

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