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The Farming Week

Agriland
Common Agricultural Policy
Irish Farmers Association
Bovine Tuberculosis
Agriland
Irish Agriculture
Beef Prices
Environmental Protection Agency
Cattle Prices
Ireland
Michael Gaine
Dairygold
Storm Eowyn
Bird Flu
Donald Trump
Basic Income Support For Sustainability
EU Vision For Agriculture and Food
Good Agricultural and Environmental Conditions (GAEC) 2
ACRES Scheme
Tuberculosis
Targeted Agriculture Modernization Scheme (TAMS 3)

The Farming Week is Irelands most listened to farming, rural affairs and agriculture focused podcast brought to you by the team in Agriland. Keep up to date with the latest farming news and views from Ireland with their team of experts.

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Charles O'Donnell, Stella Meehan and Aisling O'Brien bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:

• Hundreds of farmers voice anger over Bord Bia controversy at Mayo meeting

• Investigations... more

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Charles O'Donnell and Aisling O'Brien bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:

• Larry Murrin controversy continues;

• Heydon calls meeting of key stakeholders;

• Food labelling in the s... more

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Charles O'Donnell, Stella Meehan and Breifne O'Brien bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:

• Larry Murrin's committee appearance;

• Bluetongue latest;

• Contractors' 2026 prices;

• Ke... more

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Charles O'Donnell, Aisling O'Brien and Francess McDonnell bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:

• Bluetongue confirmed in Ireland;

• IFA begin rolling protest outside Bord Bia;

• Bord... more

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Aileen Sheehan
First female FBD Young Farmer of the Year, dairy farmer from Cork
Episode: New TB action plan | TAMS costs | Young Farmer of the Year
James O'Connor
Sheep farmer from West Kerry
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Michael O'Leary
CEO of Ryanair and successful breeder of Angus cattle
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Episode: Beef Prices and Setbacks | Foot and Mouth Confirmed in Hungary | Growing Shamrock in Kerry
Joe Shukru
Shamrock grower in Kerry
Irish Plants International
Episode: Beef Prices and Setbacks | Foot and Mouth Confirmed in Hungary | Growing Shamrock in Kerry
Declan Hanrahan
Chair of the IFA Livestock Committee
Irish Farmers Association
Episode: Beef Prices and Setbacks | Foot and Mouth Confirmed in Hungary | Growing Shamrock in Kerry
Declan Gardner
Farmer operating a 1000-acre farm in the Limousine region of France.
Farming Life at Le Forge, YouTube
Episode: Schemes Update | Bird Flu Latest | Irish Family Farming in Rural France
Emily Gardner
Farmer operating a 1000-acre farm in the Limousine region of France.
Farming Life at Le Forge, YouTube
Episode: Schemes Update | Bird Flu Latest | Irish Family Farming in Rural France

Hosts

Charles O'Donnell
Host of discussions focused on contemporary agricultural challenges and developments in Irish farming.
Aisling O'Brien
Co-host involved in addressing agricultural issues and developments, contributing to meaningful discourse in the farming community.
Francess McDonnell
Co-host contributing insights on agricultural policies and their implications for Irish farmers.
Kathleen O'Sullivan
Co-host engaging with agricultural experts to unravel complex issues facing the Agri-food sector.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Best Farming Podcast

    This is the best farming podcast i have found in Ireland. Always current and informative on whats happening

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    Ireland3 years ago

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The podcast is noted for its thorough coverage of important agricultural topics, making it a valuable resource for those in the farming community.
Listeners praise the series for its relevance to current farming issues and appreciate the expert insights provided by the hosts.

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Q: Is this an issue that is coming up for them on a routine basis?
Yes, the issue of succession has started to be more openly discussed among young farmers, indicating a shift towards better communication about generational renewal.
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Q: Do you think it's going to bring a bit of clarity there for some young, for not just young people, but older farmers as well, in terms of what the Department of Agriculture and the government intends to do on this?
It addresses a major demographic issue with only 4% of Irish farmers being under 35 and 37% over 65, highlighting the need for effective succession planning.
Mercosur Deal | TAMS Costs | Unprotected Urea
Q: What was the mood at the Kilcullen Mart regarding the Mercosur Trade Agreement?
The general sentiment among farmers was fear and disappointment, fearing price drops and environmental impacts from the agreement.
Mercosur Deal | TAMS Costs | Unprotected Urea
Q: Can you talk us through the process of what happens next with Mercosur?
The EU's bureaucratic process will be complex, and the trade part of the deal will be treated differently from other aspects, requiring ratification only by EU institutions without national parliaments' involvement.
Average Farm Incomes Up 87% | ACRES Payments | New CAP
Q: Aisling, did Chagas give any hints this week as to how they expect things to go for farmers for this year, 2025?
Chagas is going to publish preliminary figures for average farm income for 2025, and the outlook is looking positive so far, but it's still early in the year.

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This series offers an in-depth exploration of current agricultural issues in Ireland, featuring discussions on critical topics such as trade agreements, disease management, and agricultural policies. Episodes often highlight controversies affecting the farming community, including trade deals like the EU Mercosur Agreement, concerns over livestock health such as outbreaks of bluetongue and avian influenza, and the socio-economic pressures faced by farmers in light of changing regulations and market conditions. With a strong emphasis on the voices and perspectives of farmers, industry leaders, and policymakers, the series stands out for its commitment to addressing the nuances of rural life and agricultural sustainability in Ireland.

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The Farming Week launched 4 years ago and published 178 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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1. Aileen Sheehan
2. James O'Connor
3. Michael O'Leary
4. Joe Shukru
5. Declan Hanrahan
6. Declan Gardner
7. Emily Gardner

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