THE IRISH FIELD

Founded in 1870, The Irish Field is the sole newspaper in Ireland focused exclusively on racing and equestrian activities. It is published every Saturday and typically features around 120 pages, offering: - The latest news on racing, breeding, and sport horses - Interviews and stories about key figures in the industry - In-depth coverage of international racing events - Detailed reports and results from point-to-point races - Analysis of the pedigrees of major winners in both Ireland and Britain - Up-to-date statistics on European stallions - Sales reports and previews - Weekly columns covering speed figures, handicap ratings, insider gossip from the racing world, and more - Racecards for every weekend race meeting in Ireland and Britain - Expert tips from top racing journalists across the country - A dedicated section, The Irish Horse World, covering show jumping, eventing, dressage, hunting, and all equestrian interests - Classified ads for job listings, property, horses, tack, vehicles, and additional items.

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Organic horses - how does that work?

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

Certifying a horse as organic in Ireland involves adhering to EU organic regulations and the specific standards set by an approved Organic Certification Body (OCB). In Ireland, the primary OCBs are the Irish Organic Association (IOA) and the Organic Trust. Steps to certify a horse as organicSelect an Organic Certification Body: Choose between the IOA and the Organic Trust. Both are approved by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) to certify organic operations in Ireland.
Healthy soil, healthy horses: the importance of soil testing for equine breeders

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

SOIL is the silent partner in every successful equine and livestock enterprise. As the foundation of grassland productivity, it directly influences the quality of forage your horses consume and, ultimately, their health and performance. For Irish breeders, where pasture quality underpins much of our breeding and competitive success, understanding your soil’s fertility is crucial.
Rolling and harrowing - do you know the cons?

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

REGULAR field maintenance is key to ensuring a productive and injury-free turnout space, contributing to both equine health and land sustainability throughout the grazing season.Harrowing and rolling equine fields offers several important benefits for maintaining healthy pastures and supporting the well-being of horses. Most of us know that harrowing helps to break up and spread manure, promoting even nutrient distribution and reducing parasite hotspots.
Horse Sense Reader Poll 18 April 2025 Free

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

This content is copyright protected!However, if you would like to share the information in this article, you may use the headline, summary and link below:Title: Horse Sense Reader Poll Have your say on the socials with the new weekly Horse Sense Reader Poll.
Put the spring in your horse's step

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

AS winter fades and spring arrives, fresh green grass begins to grow – a welcome change for horses and horse owners alike. Spring grass is not only more palatable to horses, but also provides a range of health benefits when managed properly. One of the biggest advantages of spring grass is its high nutritional content. After months of relying on hay or dried forage, horses benefit from the fresh supply of vitamins and minerals found in new spring growth.
EOGHÁIN WARD: Handlers praying for rain

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Amy Lynam

This content is copyright protected! However, if you would like to share the information in this article, you may use the headline, summary and link below: Title: EOGHÁIN WARD: Handlers praying for rain A dry spring has decimated the point-to-point fields, meaning that many newcomers are yet to be unveiled https://www.theirishfield.ie/eogh-in-ward-handlers-praying-for-rain-864764 USE PAPER CODESIGN IN ENTER YOUR LOYALTY CODE: The code gives you access to the site from when you enter it until...
Get a grasp on your grass with Tim Bourke

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

TIM Bourke set up as a private agricultural consultant in 1996, having worked for a number of years with IAS. He is based in Cashel, Co Tipperary. Bourke has since been working with many farm clients and has a large cohort of stud farm clients around the country. He specialises in grassland and equine nutrition and also assists with Government schemes, such as TAMS and BISS.
RACING CENTRAL: Cheltenham hero reverts to hurdles

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Amy Lynam

This content is copyright protected! However, if you would like to share the information in this article, you may use the headline, summary and link below: Title: RACING CENTRAL: Cheltenham hero reverts to hurdles Cian Collins seeks back-to-back wins in a €100,000 hurdle with his new stable star https://www.theirishfield.ie/racing-central-cheltenham-hero-reverts-to-hurdles-865142 USE PAPER CODESIGN IN ENTER YOUR LOYALTY CODE: The code gives you access to the site from when you enter it until...
To lime or not to lime? 18 April 2025 Free

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Helen Sharp

Advantages of using lime on equine grasslandImproves Soil pHLime reduces soil acidity, raising the pH to more optimal levels (typically around 6.0–6.5 for grass growth), which promotes healthy pasture growth. Encourages stronger grass growthHealthier, less acidic soil allows better nutrient uptake by grasses, leading to thicker, more resilient swards. Reduces weeds and mossMany weeds and moss species thrive in acidic soils.
HARNESS RACING: Kane building on success

6 days ago | theirishfield.ie | Dan Carlin

This content is copyright protected! However, if you would like to share the information in this article, you may use the headline, summary and link below: Title: HARNESS RACING: Kane building on success Dan Carlin finds out the plans for the upcoming season from Sean Kane and Jonny Cowden https://www.theirishfield.ie/harness-racing-kane-building-on-success-864942 USE PAPER CODESIGN IN ENTER YOUR LOYALTY CODE: The code gives you access to the site from when you enter it until the following...