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CountryWide

RTÉ Radio 1
Climate Change
Weather
Farming
Agriculture
Boyne River
Farm Shops
Food Security
Environmental Conservation
Bureaucracy
Dairy Farming
Boine River Trust
Rainfall
Organic Farming
Lamb
EU Bathing Water Directive
Salmon
Biodiversity
Crop Planting
The Burrenbeo Trust
Farming Practices

The CountryWide team feature the events, people and happenings that bring colour and life to communities, towns and villages across Ireland. Listen live Saturdays at 8am on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Countrywide Full Episode 01/11/2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two very large farms that have just come on the property market, and the asking prices for both say all kinds of fascinating things about the value we attach to land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up on Forth Mountain in Wexford, a group of volunteers and craftspeople have been slowly restoring an old cottage, a place that was once the centre of a small, close-knit community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last month the government allocated €157 million of public money in Budget 2026 for the Department of Agriculture to continue their efforts to eradicate the disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Pat Hickey
Stone mason and integral member of the restoration team
Episode: Careful restoration brings a Wexford cottage back to life
Sean McCormack
Veterinarian and wildlife conservationist known for his interest in environmental issues
Episode: Why flea treatments for cats and dogs are threatening river life
Rick Officer
CEO of the Marine Institute, the agency that provided laboratory analysis
Marine Institute
Episode: Blackwater river fish kill
Barry Fox
Deputy CEO of Inland Fisheries, the lead agency in the fishkill investigation
Inland Fisheries Ireland
Episode: Blackwater river fish kill
Timmy Dooley
Minister for State with Responsibility for Fisheries and the Marine
Episode: Blackwater river fish kill
Jane Clarke
Poet and author, sharing her work on rural life and stone walls
Author of The Hare's Corner
Episode: Walls of Arainn
James Rebanks
A farmer turned author in England's Lake District, known for environmental efforts in farming.
Author
Episode: Countrywide full episode: A special programme on new books about farms, rural life and nature
Deirdre O'Neill
Author focused on chronicling ancient artifacts in Irish fields, linked to rural heritage.
Episode: Countrywide full episode: A special programme on new books about farms, rural life and nature
Conor W. O'Brien
Author of 'The Living and the Dead', examining extinct and reintroduced species.
Marion Press
Episode: Countrywide full episode: A special programme on new books about farms, rural life and nature

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Philip
Host of discussions on various topics related to rural Ireland, including agriculture and environmental sustainability.
Brenda Dunnehu
Host who leads conversations with guests about contemporary issues happening in rural communities.

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Countrywide Full Episode 01/11/2025
Q: How did Australia effectively eradicate TB?
Australia took a strict approach with movement controls based on herd statuses, culling infected cattle, and requiring the farming industry to share in managing the program.
Countrywide Full Episode 01/11/2025
Q: What are the sources of TB infection that have been identified?
The sources of infection include hidden infection in cattle, the movement of cattle, environmental spread, and wildlife, particularly badgers.
How we should prepare for extreme weather
Q: Was Eowyn a real wake-up call in terms of how you prepare in the county for storms?
Yes, it highlighted the need for better storm preparation, as Monaghan had generally been fortunate in avoiding severe storms.
Countrywide Full Episode 25/10/25
Q: What alternative treatments exist for fleas?
Sean points out that alternatives like tea tree oil or vinegar are not as effective as chemical treatments, and emphasizes the importance of responsible use.
Countrywide Full Episode 25/10/25
Q: Do you think the public is prepared?
Fintan believes that many people are not prepared for extreme weather events, citing examples from past storms.

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Content primarily revolves around the agricultural practices, environmental issues, and community life in rural Ireland. Episodes often feature discussions on sustainable farming techniques, the impact of climate change on local ecosystems, and personal narratives that connect farming to cultural heritage. Noteworthy themes include the emphasis on women in entrepreneurship, regenerative agriculture, and community-driven initiatives to enhance biodiversity and water quality. The engaging storytelling approach combines expert insights from guests, which include farmers, scientists, and policymakers, making it a meaningful resource for those interested in rural affairs and sustainable practices.

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CountryWide launched 16 years ago and published 108 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on CountryWide include:

1. Pat Hickey
2. Sean McCormack
3. Rick Officer
4. Barry Fox
5. Timmy Dooley
6. Jane Clarke
7. James Rebanks
8. Deirdre O'Neill

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