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Sun rises on solar industry as it targets growth

The rapid rise of solar farm industry has dominated headlines as of late but the industry shows no signs of slowing down, writes Stephen Robb.

9 October 2024 NEWS
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Winter finishers need 529p/kg to breakeven

Before committing to filling sheds with store cattle for winter finishing, farmers should complete a budget.

4 September 2024 NORTHERN IRELAND

Fast tracking female entrepreneurs

Women living in Gaeltacht regions who have started their own businesses are being supported to nurture their entrepreneurial talents through a unique enterprise scheme, writes Jacqueline Hogge.

14 August 2024
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Exclusive: €3bn blow to the economy and thousands of jobs on the line

Delivering a 25% reduction in emissions, the loss of the nitrates derogation and CAP changes could combine to cost the rural economy up to €3bn annually and as many as 29,000 jobs could be lost.

24 July 2024 NEWS
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Increased regulation hitting agricultural output

Michael Wallace, Professor of Agriculture and Food Economics at UCD, considers the implications of the findings of the KPMG report.

24 July 2024 NEWS
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No magic bullet for Ireland’s wool industry - minister

The viability of a scouring plant in Ireland is something that needs to be explored, the minister has said.

20 July 2024 NEWS
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Opinion: when opportunity knocks, perhaps you should open the door

Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil seem to have dismissed the prospect of a summer election, but it might be their best chance of being returned to power.

17 June 2024 OPINION