Podcasts about farmers journal

On this week's Youngstock podcast, Annie McGuinness joins Martin Merrick to talk about her rising social media following, the positives and negatives and her involvement with the Cooley sheep breeders.Annie McGuinness has seen her social media reach sky rocket from under 10,000 followers to over 80,000 in the space of a few short months. The proud Louth farmer and her viral pet lamb Grá have taken Instagram and Tik Tok by storm, with the dynamic duo featuring on Ireland AM as well as local and national radio. Annie talks about her background in agriculture, why she began posting content online and how that has grown considerably over the last few months, as well as the negatives and positives of a presence on social media.Daire and Martin talk about what's happening with them this week as well as who would play the Farmers Journal team if there was a biopic. Eoin Lowry, Head of Agriculture with Bank of Ireland, chats to Martin about financing land purchases; what banks look at in terms of repayment capacity, deposits and how it may affect a mortgage application. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: is Larry Murrin the winner in the Bord Bia review?Description: Pat O'Toole and Amy Forde discuss the latest from the review into Bord Bia, we hear from Jim Woulfe on milk prices and hear the latest on farms for sale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the team looks at the blueprint for the next CAP, hears about the cost of growing spuds and talks about the Bord Bia governance review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: Big landowners in Fine Gael's CAP firing line On this week's show, the team examines the top CAP payments in the country, how large landowners are in Fine Gael's crosshairs and we hear from Phil Hogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: should Ireland eat its way out of its deer problem?On this week's show, the team talks about the rise in deer numbers, forestry payments and hears from officials in the US on farming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Youngstock podcast, Annie McGuinness joins Martin Merrick to talk about her rising social media following, the positives and negatives and her involvement with the Cooley sheep breeders.Annie McGuinness has seen her social media reach sky rocket from under 10,000 followers to over 80,000 in the space of a few short months. The proud Louth farmer and her viral pet lamb Grá have taken Instagram and Tik Tok by storm, with the dynamic duo featuring on Ireland AM as well as local and national radio. Annie talks about her background in agriculture, why she began posting content online and how that has grown considerably over the last few months, as well as the negatives and positives of a presence on social media.Daire and Martin talk about what's happening with them this week as well as who would play the Farmers Journal team if there was a biopic. Eoin Lowry, Head of Agriculture with Bank of Ireland, chats to Martin about financing land purchases; what banks look at in terms of repayment capacity, deposits and how it may affect a mortgage application. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Declan O'Brien looks at the revival in suckler numbers, we look at tree planting levels and the EU's fertiliser plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show, Noel Bardon brings us the latest on the potential for an all-out ban on Brazilian meat imports in September, we hear from the Teagasc/FBD student of the year finalists and Diageo's new brewery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show the team looks at fertiliser supply for 2027, new CAP schemes and the debate around the active farmer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: are means-tested farm payments on the way?Description: This week the team discusses EU proposals for farm payments in the future and about the increase in suckler cow numbers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team discusses Leo Varadkar's comments about rural Ireland, the next CAP budget and TB rules in marts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar spoke to Matt Cooper on the ‘Path to Power' podcast recently, and this is what he had to say about the relationship between urban and rural areas:"We're the ones paying all the bills — you're the ones in receipt of a lot of subsidies and a lot of tax benefits that other people don't get.”Can you understand just why they've caused such controversy? Is there a rural versus urban divide in Ireland?Joining Andrea to discuss is Eddie Punch former General Secretary of ICSA and now Columnist for the Farming Independent, Jacqueline Hogge, Rural Affairs Investigative Reporter with the Farmers Journal, Independent Economist Jim Power and more.

Inside the Farmers Journal: Healy-Rae resigns and €100m in fuel supportsOn this week's show, the team discusses Michael Healy-Rae's resignation, hears from Minister Martin Heydon on the new €100m fuel package and looks at the lack of engagement with protesters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Report from Una Kelly followed by Pat O'Toole, Political Correspondent for The Farmers Journal and Andrew Brownlee, CEO of the Construction Industry Federation

Inside the Farmers Journal: fuel price protests cause chaosOn this week's show, the team hears from protestors at the fuel price demonstration and discusses the protest.Get in touch with the show by leaving a comment below or email news@farmersjournal.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show we take a look at the new TB testing rules coming into force and hear about the pressure facing winter finishers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of Inside the Farmers Journal, host Amy Forde brings you the latest stories shaping Irish agriculture.From rising diesel prices to ongoing developments in CAP reform, Amy breaks down the key headlines from this week's Irish Farmers Journal. The episode also features updates from the Minister for Agriculture on bluetongue, along with the latest news on TAMS supports.Plus, Amy is joined by Jacqueline Hogge to discuss a powerful and eye-opening exclusive report revealing how some farmers are being forced to sell cattle to repay drug-related debts.A sharp and informative listen covering the issues that matter most to farmers across Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show, Amy Forde is joined by Pat O'Toole, Declan O'Brien and Jacqueline Hogge as the team discuss rural planning permission guidelines, fertiliser prices and the battle to put beef on Britain's plates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strong words from IFA president Francie Gorman as the battle for the next CAP begins, bluetongue, a shortage of sheep shearers in the UK and more feature on this week's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show the team discusses the chaos in the fertiliser trade as a result of conflict in the Middle East, the ending of the dispute between the IFA and Bord Bia, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show, the team brings you up to date on the bluetongue cases in Ireland, discuss the ongoing row between IFA and Bord Bia and hear from the Minister on TB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bogus slurry movements, Teagasc cut backs, TAMS and flour are among the topics on this week's news podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The row between the IFA and Bord Bia features on the podcast this week, along with the CAP budget and TB compensation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the team discusses the ongoing fiasco between IFA and Bord Bia, CAP payments to older farmers and milk price cuts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: bluetongue hits Irish shoresDescription: The incursion of bluetongue to Ireland, flooding in the south east, Bord Bia controversy and CAP all feature this week.Farm Tech Talk is growing and we want you to be a part of its future. Go to www.ifj.ie/fttsurvey to fill out our survey and you could win a farm bucket full of Irish Farmers Journal merchandise.Join the Farm Tech Talk community — your feedback keeps us growing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: Mercosur deal on ice and Bord Bia chairCalls for the resignation of Bord Bia chair Larry Murrin, the Mercosur deal and triplet calves in Clare all feature this week.Farm Tech Talk is growing and we want you to be a part of its future. Go to www.ifj.ie/fttsurvey to fill out our survey and you could win a farm bucket full of Irish Farmers Journal merchandise.Join the Farm Tech Talk community — your feedback keeps us growing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pat O'Toole, Political Editor of the Farmers Journal and RTÉ's Europe Editor, Tony Connelly, on the consequences of the trade deal.

Inside the Farmers Journal: Mercosur protest, the IFA AGM and Jessie Buckley Description: The massive protest against the Mercosur deal, Minister's questions at the IFA AGM and Jessie Buckley's Golden Globes win feature this week.Farm Tech Talk is growing and we want you to be a part of its future. Go to www.ifj.ie/fttsurvey to fill out our survey and you could win a farm bucket full of Irish Farmers Journal merchandise.Join the Farm Tech Talk community — your feedback keeps us growing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: falling cattle numbers and Mercosur On this week's show we talk about the challenges of a contracting suckler herd, an anti-Mercosur protest, and look at what exactly ‘sharenting' is.Farm Tech Talk is growing and we want you to be a part of its future. Go to www.ifj.ie/fttsurvey to fill out our survey and you could win a farm bucket full of Irish Farmers Journal merchandise.Join the Farm Tech Talk community — your feedback keeps us growing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: who's taking the John Deere to Brussels? Mercosur is the main topic on the agenda for the last episode of Inside the Farmers Journal this year.Political correspondent Pat O'Toole joins us to discuss where countries across the EU currently stand on the trade deal, as well as where politicians support at home lies. We hear from Tom Gorman, as he prepares to head off with his dad, IFA president Francie Gorman, to a protest in Brussels opposing the deal.And we round off the year, with a look back at the main events that shaped farming in 2025 and what might be on the horizon next year.Farm Tech Talk is growing and we want you to be a part of its future. Go to www.ifj.ie/fttsurvey to fill out our survey and you could win a farm bucket full of Irish Farmers Journal merchandise.Join the Farm Tech Talk community — your feedback keeps us growing. This Christmas, we want to showcase life on farms right across Ireland and we'd love you to be part of it.Share your favourite festive pictures and you could see them featured in the Irish Farmers Journal online, in our app and across our social media channels.Go to www.ifj.ie/christmasonyourfarm and show us Christmas on your farm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal: Irish butter, the Kardashians and new forestry schemeOn this week's show, find out why Kerry Dairy Ireland chartered a plane to bring butter to the US, the link between Kerry and the Kardashians and a new scheme for farmers with windblown trees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside the Farmers Journal – Bluetongue hits the Island of Ireland and Brazilian beef recall On this week's jampacked show, we discuss the implications of confirmed bluetongue cases in Northern Ireland, the recall of Brazilian been in the EU, as well as farm income forecasts for the year ahead and much more. Presented by Anne O'Donoghue, guest contributors Noel Bardon & Ciara Leahy. Produced by Kate Brennan Harding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the team discuss another outbreak of bird flu, farming being unfairly blamed for water pollution, hear from a farmer in West Cork whose cattle were stolen Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon comments on the Brazilian Beef expose conducted by the Irish Farmers Journal Get the Irish Farmers Journal delivered straight to your door every week. Purchase an annual Home Delivery subscription today and get our FREE Farm Bucket full of merchandise and gifts worth €129*. Offer ends soon. Click www.ifj.ie/bucket. *New annual customers only.The Irish Farmers Journal BLACK FRIDAY SALE is now on. Get an incredible 30% off our Digital subscriptions for a limited time only*.This offer ends midnight on Monday (December 1st). Click www.ifj.ie/subscribe and use the discount code BLACKFRIDAY30 at the checkout.*New annual customers only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show, we discuss the increase in dog attacks on livestock, rural crime and drug related intimidation.Want a say in our next dairy podcast? Fill out our short survey for a chance to win Wawet waterproof leggings—your feedback matters www.ifj.ie/dairypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the team looks at straw imports, a big anniversary at Dingle Mart, Irish lamb in the US and Meals on Wheels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland's derogation runs out at the end of this year and farmers and the government are very worried that it wont be renewed, Pat O'Toole, Political Correspondent for the Farmers Journal has more.

On Thursdays Tipp Today Fran spoke to Tipp boss Liam Cahill on an exciting new announcement for Tipp GAA, TD Michael Moynihan Minister for special education and Inclusion was live in studio, Political author and lecturor Anthony O'Halloran on New York's new Mayor, TD Ryan O'Meara on news on the Inner Relief road for Thurles, Sharon Hussey from Allergy Wise on calls to train teachers on the use of epi pens, Muriel was live in studio with John who gave his incredible story, Pat O'Toole from the Farmers Journal on the increasing cases of avian flu, and Louise Lalor told us about an upcoming Rewear Fair.

On Thursday's Tipp Today, Fran spoke to Frank about assisted dying, Betty also gave her view, Pat pn the prospect of "T" plates for tourists. Caitriona Morrissey from the Farmers Journal live from the Ploughing, caller Phil on the Clonmel mystic priest, Kieran O'Brien on equine facilitation, Edele Meade on a basic income for artists, Jo Knoble on wearing pyjamas in supermarkets, Pat on the "T" plates, Olivia Ryan on her unique business in New Inn, Brian O'Callaghan from Duggan verterinary and Donagh O'Leary from Clonmel Healthcare on guarunteed Irish and its importance.

Catriona Morrissey, News Editor, Farmers Journal

Jacqueline Hogge, rural affairs reporter sits down with solicitor and Farmers Journal columnist Aisling Meehan and FAI Farm Families Chair Teresa Roche to discuss the various things farmers need to do when setting up a succession plan. We discuss the implications of succession on applying for nursing home support, Fair Deal, and what both sides in a succession arrangement need to be aware of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson sits down with Dr. Helen Sharp, an equine journalist, academic, and co-founder of Groundwork EAS—an equine-assisted charity on the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. A leading voice in both equine media and trauma-informed equine work, Dr. Sharp brings a unique blend of artistry, horsemanship, and therapeutic insight to everything she does.She writes for The Irish Field and Farmers Journal, and her career spans journalism, community arts, equine bodywork, and academic research. She holds a PhD and has a background in sculpture and performance art, with her creative and research work shown around the world. As co-director of Groundwork, she serves veterans, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent individuals through programs that fuse nature, horses, and compassionate partnership.This powerful conversation traces her extraordinary journey from the Hebrides to heroin recovery, from performance art to equine-assisted leadership, and why horses continue to be the greatest teachers of all.

Dr. Gerald Barry, Assistant Professor of Virology at UCD and Amy Forde, News Editor with The Farmers Journal

Episode 94 Aisling Meehan, Agricultural SolicitorIt takes specialist knowledge and understanding to appreciate the problems farmers face today. Every decision is affected by legal, tax and practical considerations specific to farming business. As a qualified solicitor, tax consultant and young trained farmer, Aisling Meehan (ex William Fry) can combine all three aspects to ensure that every decision is in the best interests of the farming business as a whole. Rather than offer a broad range of legal services, the firm specialises solely in agricultural legal and tax matters. As well as operating a niche agricultural law and tax practice from offices located at the home farm, Aisling farms her own land in partnership with her husband. She also writes a weekly legal column for the Farmers Journal.Her office is located in converted farm buildings, is easily accessible and informal in atmosphere. Due to the specialised nature of the work, Aisling Meehan Agricultural Solicitors have farming clients nationwide and is also regularly consulted by other professionals such as solicitors, accountants, auctioneers, bankers and agricultural advisors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate Varley speaks to farmers and Amy Forde from the Farmers Journal ahead of the Ploughing Championship.

There has been a Massive drop in farm incomes last year as dairy and cereals hit hardest. We discuss this with Pat O'Toole, Political Correspondent for the Farmers Journal about the impact.

Amy Forde, News Editor with The Farmers Journal and Dr. Gerald Barry, Assistant Professor of Virology, UCD

Amy Forde, News Editor with The Farmers Journal

This week, Adam Woods talks about understanding beef price leagues published exclusively in this week's Farmers Journal, Darren Carty on the key messages from the Teagasc sheep conferences and Aidan Brennan on the latest on the VAT debacle.

Alice Doyle, Vice President elect of the IFA, Hazel Mullins, President Veterinary Ireland, Prof Yvonne Buckley, Trinity College Dublin and Caitriona Morrisey of The Farmers Journal, joins Philip to discuss all projects and concerns for the year ahead.

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Avril Collentine of Cahir & Co. Solicitors to discuss Pre-Numptial Agreements. Avril spoke about a recent survey carried out by the Farmers Journal which found that 4 in 10 farmers are in favour of prenups. Avril also highlighted the bases for such agreements in Irish law and the desire among some people to want to protect their businesses, properties and assets.