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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

‘It is quite unprecedented that farmers in most sectors are happy with returns'

‘It is quite unprecedented that farmers in most sectors are happy with returns'

‘It is quite unprecedented that farmers in most sectors are happy with returns'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 9 April 2025

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‘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’

Darragh McCullough spoke movingly on radio about the birth of his daughter, Grace via surrogacy, and she was spellbound, writes Katherine O'Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 March 2025

‘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 5 March 2025

Minister warns dog owners of financial devastation of dog attacks

Minister warns dog owners of financial devastation of dog attacks

National awareness campaign to remind dog owners of their responsibilities at lambing time.

NEWS 5 March 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 5 March 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 5 March 2025

€1m funding for 123 agricultural shows

€1m funding for 123 agricultural shows

As part of the initiative, each show will receive a grant of between €4,260 and €11,410 depending on its size.

NEWS 5 March 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 5 March 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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