Katherine O'Leary

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‘It’s so important to value all friendships that are diverse and different'

Old friendships are always there to be rekindled, writes Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 7 May 2025

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'I had a sore bum and tired legs but I was thrilled that I’d cycled almost 28km'

'I had a sore bum and tired legs but I was thrilled that I’d cycled almost 28km'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 30 April 2025

'The record book will be under my pillow and will have to be wrestled from me'

'The record book will be under my pillow and will have to be wrestled from me'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 23 April 2025

'The little white book is missing... how do I tell Tim?'

'The little white book is missing... how do I tell Tim?'

'The little white book is missing... how do I tell Tim?'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 16 April 2025

‘Sometimes a story can transcend and embrace our humanity in a special way’

‘Sometimes a story can transcend and embrace our humanity in a special way’

‘Sometimes a story can transcend and embrace our humanity in a special way’

KATHERINE O'LEARY 2 April 2025

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‘Unfortunately, every farmer knows when an animal is dead'

‘Unfortunately, every farmer knows when an animal is dead'

There is a sinking feeling as you approach a dead animal from afar, Katherine O'Leary discovered that one of her heifers was dead.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

'How many farmers are this week suffering from backache, sore knees or hips?'

'How many farmers are this week suffering from backache, sore knees or hips?'

The time is now to start thinking about taking breaks and what relief staff are needed for next spring, writes Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

‘Avoid going down rabbit holes with negative thoughts. Stay above ground’

‘Avoid going down rabbit holes with negative thoughts. Stay above ground’

A visit from RTÉ's Brenda Donohue brings all of the family around the kitchen table and puts cancer treatment in perspective.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

‘I have a precious granddaughter at the centre of my heart – I’m a happy granny’

‘I have a precious granddaughter at the centre of my heart – I’m a happy granny’

I have a new grandchild, my first granddaughter, Katie Margaret O'Leary has arrived. Our first meeting was a treasured moment.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

‘The busyness of the first three weeks of calving will always be a challenge’

‘The busyness of the first three weeks of calving will always be a challenge’

The busyness of the first three weeks of calving will always be a challenge, writes Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

'There is only one thing on dairy farmers’ minds and that is calving'

'There is only one thing on dairy farmers’ minds and that is calving'

There’s always excitement about twin calves at this time of year, but it's vital the operation is organised.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

Katherine O'Leary: 'building a new house is exciting but can also be emotive'

Katherine O'Leary: 'building a new house is exciting but can also be emotive'

With regard to planning laws we have to accept that there is a bigger picture, writes Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 February 2025

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Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

Proper calf shed ventilation is crucial for maximising calf performance and profitability.

Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

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