Caroline Allen

Ireland

News Journalist at AgriLand

Freelance journalist; writes on rural living for https://t.co/UFp16iqbTN; features for Laois Today; Business Post; Irish Interiors. Also covers travel/lifestyle/food

Articles

Belgian Blue-cross heifer just the ticket in raffle

5 days ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

An 18 month-old U-grade Belgian Blue-cross heifer or €2500 in cash are the top prizes in a raffle being run by Borris-in-Ossory/Kilcotton GAA in Laois. There are also three smaller cash prizes in the raffle, with its social media campaign launched this weekend. John Bergin, club treasurer said: “This fundraiser has been in the planning for the last few months and a lot of work has been done behind the scenes.
Wexford nursing home residents delight in owl and alpaca visits

5 days ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

The residents of Oakfield nursing home in Courtown, Co. Wexford, could find any number of exotic animals wandering the halls of their residence, including owls and alpacas. The nursing home’s activities co-ordinator, Sinéad Meegan, is a big fan of animal therapy and said that the reaction of the 91 residents to the owls and alpaca visit was ‘absolutely phenomenal.’Meegan said: “They love any type of pet and many of them are from farming backgrounds and the visits bring back memories for them.
Fermanagh farmer on song for grand final

1 week ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

Having to sing in Irish for the first time in front of thousands of TV viewers proved no bother to Fermanagh country singer, Conor Owens, when he was put to the test last week, reaching the grand final of Glór Tíre, the prestigious country music country music TV show. The 18-year-old from Arney was one of five semi-finalists on Glór Tíre, which was broadcast live on the Irish language TV station, TG4, on Tuesday night last (April 8).
Going grey: 'Fergy & the Lake' tractor run to make a splash

1 week ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

A tractor run with a difference, ‘Fergy & the Lake,’ will involve Ferguson 20s and grey gold 35s taking part in a tractor run around Lough Derg on Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15, in aid of the Jack and Jill Foundation. The national event will showcase the iconic grey Ferguson tractor, a product of Irish ingenuity and engineering that revolutionised the agricultural world, while raising vital funds for the Jack and Jill Foundation.
Freemount tractor run to raise funds for two children's charities

1 week ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

The annual Freemount Macra fundraising tractor run will take place this year next Sunday, April 13, setting off from Lismire GAA Hall and finishing in Tullylease with a barbecue and music. In addition to the main tractor run, there will be a kids’ tractor run on Lismire GAA pitch at 12:00p.m. There will also be a raffle with lots of prizes sponsored by local businesses.
Cavan set for annual ploughing and family day

2 weeks ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

Cavan Ploughing Club will hold its annual ploughing and family fun day on the land of Rodney Wilton, Kiffa, Crosserlough, Co. Cavan, on bank holiday Monday, May 5, kicking off at 11:00amThere will be lots to see and do at the event, including tractor, horse and vintage ploughing; loy digging; trade stands; a pet farm; a dog show; amusements and music by popular Donegal country music entertainer, Paul Kelly and his band.
Bóthar: 'Misappropriation of funds deeply impacted supporters'

2 weeks ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

The misappropriation of funds under previous leadership deeply impacted supporters and the communities the charity Bóthar serves, its new CEO, Ailish O’Reilly, has said. Bóthar has acknowledged past challenges and remains committed to transparency, accountability, and fulfilling its mission.
'As happy as Larry': Donegal vet nurse reaches Glór Tíre semi-final

2 weeks ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

Veterinary nurse, farmer, and country musician, Jack Larry, was announced as the fifth semi-finalist for TG4’s long-running hit country music show, Glór Tíre, on Tuesday night last. The 23-year-old saw off intense competition from three other competitors to win the public vote on the show’s first live broadcast of its 21st season.
Kyrie therapeutic farm planned for Co. Kildare

3 weeks ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

Farming as therapy is the model that will be used at Kyrie Farm, a mental health facility scheduled to open near Ardclough, Co. Kildare. in early 2027. Covering 57ac, Kyrie Farm is the vision of John and Vicky McKeon, who lost their eldest son, Kieran, to suicide in March 2013 when he was 18. They recalled how their sporty, energetic son was hit by a virus when he was 12, which led to chronic fatigue and depression over several years. Kyrie Farm is based on the model of Gould Farm in the US.
Leitrim farmers showcase ring forts

3 weeks ago | agriland.ie | Caroline Allen

Farmers in Leitrim who have ring forts on their land are being asked to get involved this summer in a survey being organised by Leitrim Fort Group, in conjunction with Burrenbeo Trust from Co. Clare. Visits will be made on Thursday, May 1, to the farms of those who want to be involved, to record and photograph their forts. The ancient monuments can give a great insight into how people lived during the early medieval period.