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CountryWide

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

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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Latest Episodes

A new anaerobic digester in Meath, one of the first of many, raises questions about where will all the grass to feed them come from? Minister Darragh O’Brien promises to publish the long awaited Land Use Review which will answer that question.See omn... more

How do you relate to the landscape and what is going on in the countryside if you are blind or partially sighted. Suzanne Campbell reports from Gavin Cromwell’s racing yard using touch, smell and sound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat... more

Countrywide Full Episode 29/11/2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walking the banks of the River Nore, artist Bernadette Kiely tells Della Kilroy how she thinks rivers simultaneously shape the landscape and our sense of ourselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Carmen Miller
Participant in Seen Unseen project
Episode: Seen / Unseen
Gavin Cromwell
Cheltenham winning horse trainer
Gavin Cromwell Racing
Episode: Seen / Unseen
Darragh O'Brien
Minister involved in agriculture and community development
Government of Ireland
Episode: Gas men in Meath
Brua Duffy
Farmer managing beef cattle, involved in transitioning farm practices
Cattle Farming
Episode: Gas men in Meath
Edwina Gokian
Leading dancer at the event
Episode: Devil in the dancehall
Michael Miley
Farmer experiencing flooding issues
Episode: Countrywide Full Episode 22/11/2025
Kira Motherway
Biology teacher encouraging girls in STEM
Loretto Secondary School, Fremoy
Episode: Countrywide Full Episode 22/11/2025
Dr. Joe Kerry
Lecturer and head of the Food Packaging Research Group
University College Cork (UCC)
Episode: Countrywide Full Episode 22/11/2025
Elaine McGough
PhD in freshwater ecology, head of advocacy with Antashka
Episode: Countrywide Full Episode 22/11/2025

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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 29/11/2025
Q: What do the farmers think about the anaerobic digesters?
Farmers believe that the anaerobic digesters represent a promising alternative that could help improve their financial situation.
Seashore solutions to plastic pollution in Cork
Q: What has that yielded to the science program in the school?
It has opened their eyes to opportunities in STEM and built a rapport between students and teachers.
Seashore solutions to plastic pollution in Cork
Q: Did you have a sort of eureka moment where it actually came together?
Yes, when their mixture went clear after various trials, they realized they had achieved a functional product.
Seashore solutions to plastic pollution in Cork
Q: What was the next step?
They looked further into the seaweed plant and its properties to create their biodegradable packaging.
Countrywide Full Episode 15/11/2025
Q: Would you recommend people continue to feed birds at bird tables?
Yes, small birds like songbirds seem not to be affected by avian flu, but normal hygiene practices should be followed.

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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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How many episodes of CountryWide are there?

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. Carmen Miller
2. Gavin Cromwell
3. Darragh O'Brien
4. Brua Duffy
5. Edwina Gokian
6. Michael Miley
7. Kira Motherway
8. Dr. Joe Kerry

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