by Jane Marks | May 9, 2024 | Farm Services News & Articles
New Zealand Dairy Careers (NZDC) and Farm Relief Services (FRS) are thrilled to announce their collaboration to offer an Immigration New Zealand approved Work Exchange Scheme. This scheme provides opportunities for 18-30-year-old dairy farmers from New Zealand and...
by Jane Marks | May 2, 2024 | Farm Services News & Articles
Many Irish farmers are about to enter one of the most critical phases of their calendar: breeding season. For any farmer, having a good successful breeding season is essential to the productivity and sustainability of their farming enterprise. For those looking to...
by Jane Marks | Apr 22, 2024 | Farm Services News & Articles
In Ireland, farming is considered one of the most dangerous and demanding occupations. It is both physically and mentally taxing, with statistics from the CSO stating that that farmers continue to work the longest hours per week. Farming requires a lot of time and...
by Jane Marks | Mar 12, 2024 | Farm Services News & Articles
Our colleagues at FRS Training have partnered with Irish farming influencer, Sophie Bell, to launch a tailored safe tractor driving course specifically designed for women. The course will provide a female focused learning environment and will cover off all the main...
by Rachel Harris | Feb 15, 2024 | Farm Services News & Articles
Congratulations to Alana Brigdale who was awarded the 2024 FRS Memorial Scholarship during the Teagasc Ag Colleges Challenge Day on Wednesday 14th February. Alana is a student at Mountbellew Agricultural College who was 1 of 5 candidates in the running for the FRS...
by FRS Farm Relief Services | Jan 26, 2024 | Farm Services News & Articles
As calving season is at the early stages, now is the time to do your final checks and ensure you are correctly set up for the coming weeks. Regardless of herd size or facilities, as a farmer, you can expect to experience a lack of sleep due to cows calving. Tiredness...
