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Farming industry must develop career progression pathways to attract and retain talent
Nationwide survey by FRS Co-Op reveals less than 13% of farm operators believe there are career progression opportunities in farming Majority of farm operators in Ireland who do not own ...
How to Keep Cows Cycling and Conception High
As we reach the midway point in the breeding season, attention to detail and consistent observation become more important than ever. Niall Dervan, FRS Farm Services Manager, South Midlands and ...
FRS Co-Op Environmental, Social and Governance Report
FRS Co-Op commits to cutting carbon emissions and landfill waste by 2030 in new sustainability strategy. Strategy launched on Earth Day 2025. National social enterprise has helped 62k+ unemployed people ...
Clonakilty Wins Agricultural College Challenges Day 2025
Clonakilty Agricultural College was the proud host of the 2025 Macra and Teagasc Colleges Challenges Day, held on Wednesday, 12th February. Eight teams from agricultural, equine and horticultural colleges across ...
New Farm Safety Roadshow Aims to Bring Safety to Farmers – FRS and ICOS
A new, fully funded farm safety roadshow has been launched that aims to “bring safety to farmers” and will be held at co-operative livestock marts, co-op store premises and on ...
7 Top Tips to Improve your Well-being as a Farmer
TAKE TIME OUT: When you feel overwhelmed, take 5 minutes to regroup. Plan and take holiday time to rest and recharge. DISCONNECT FROM EXTERNAL NEGATIVITY: Often we are overwhelmed with ...
91% Farmers say their Stress Levels have Increased in Last Year
7 out of 8 concerned about their wellbeing Increased costs of farming, growing workload and reduced incomes most cited causes of stress over last year 2 in 5 farmers say ...
FRS Rebrands as FRS Co-Op
FRS, the multimillion euro social enterprise co-operative with operations and multiple business units located all across Ireland, has announced it is rebranding as FRS Co-Op. Headquartered in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary ...
Grass Tetany – Signs, Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
Grass tetany, also known as ‘hypomagnesemia’, is a potentially fatal metabolic disorder in cattle caused by low levels of magnesium in the blood. It often occurs in lactating cows grazing ...
6 Reasons Why You Should Prioritise Your Herds Hoof Care Routine This Summer
Prioritising hoof care during the summer months is essential for maintaining herd well-being and maximising productivity. Here's why: 1. Preventing Heat-Related Hoof Issues: With rising temperatures, the risk of heat-related ...
