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Magnier family’s ‘insatiable appetite for land’ criticised

A Hedgerows Ireland-organised protest in Clonmel saw dozens gather to protest against a planning application by a Coolmore company to demolish farm buildings.

4 October 2024 News

Protest to be held against demolition of Magnier-owned farm buildings

Hedgerows Ireland and the Clonmel Historical and Archaeological Society wrote an open letter to John Magnier after his acquisition of the 64-acre Parkville Farm in March.

2 October 2024 News

Living Life: branching out

Children across the country are being encouraged to step outside the classroom and plant a hawthorn tree this autumn, writes Deirdre Verney.

1 October 2024 Features
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Coolmore company seeks permit to demolish farm buildings

The planning application, submitted by Melclon Unlimited, is to demolish an abandoned dwelling and an open store enclosing a courtyard.

25 September 2024 News

A week in the country

Find out what caught the eye of the team this week.

25 September 2024 l2
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Immaculate Co Kildare farm up for public auction

Take a look inside this immaculate residential farm near Kilcullen, Co Kildare. All in one block, the excellent-quality land has a reputation for producing quality stock and crops.

19 September 2024 Property
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Make a splash with this period property and pool

This landmark estate in Donegal boasts 190ac of prime grassland along with modern farm facilities, a swimming pool and a five-bed house, writes Tommy Moyles.

18 September 2024 For Sale

In pictures: planting and managing hedgerows on the Footprint Farms

Across the country, the lush hedgerows of Footprint Farms display rich biodiversity, showcasing the role these living borders play in supporting wildlife and sustainable farming. Kelsey Daly reports.

4 September 2024 Footprint Farmers

Irish Horse: Hedging my bets

Helen Sharp celebrates hedges for horses in National Hedgerow Week.

4 September 2024 News