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Climate Bill must ensure continued viability of sustainable farming in Mayo - Dillon

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The Climate Bill must not undermine the continued viability of sustainable farming across County Mayo, Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon has said. The Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Bill 2021 is currently going through the Houses of the Oireachtas.

Local farmers reminded to take advantage of the annual Organic Farming Scheme

Local farmers considering an application to the Organic Farming Scheme have until April 30 to do so, following the reopening of the scheme earlier this month, with an additional budget of €4 million for 2021.

Must We Mulch?

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I’ve noticed when discussing garden plans with clients that there’s a lot of confusion about mulch – what is it, do you need it and how much do you need? It’s not that hard really, and it makes sense when you consider what mulch is for and what it does.

Go organic down on the farm

To kickstart National Organic Week, there will be a family event at Coolanowle Organic Farm in Ballickmoyler, Carlow on Sunday, September 11 beginning at midday.

Callan Co-op for all your home and garden needs

The Callan Co-op has been around for 112 years and prides itself on stocking everything people could need for their house or garden. Garden stock includes flower seeds, vegetables, early seed potatoes, mulches, field and potting composts, grow-bags, fertilisers — the list is endless. It also has everything needed to get the best from these items, with a wide range of gardening tools and equipment.

Winter in the garden

We may be in the depths of winter but there is still plenty for avid gardeners to do.

Westmeath taxpayers cough up nearly €600k a year cleaning cig butts

Having to spend up to €1.4 million on clearing litter each year, Westmeath County Council adopted its third litter management plan last week.

Council staff threatened at Carrowbrowne compost site

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SIPTU trade union has hit out at the Galway City Council for its perceived failure to provide a safe working environment after an incident at Carrowbrowne compost site on the Headford Road this week where staff were subjected to harassment and threats.

Organic food demand could decrease

The demand for organic food could decrease in Ireland if we consumers follow a similar trend as our British counterparts.

It won't be a green Christmas

Santa Claus has come and gone for the Green party. Good old Saint Nick delivered them into a government coalition, giving them seats at the cabinet table, chauffeur driven cars, a handful of ministerial announcements and a brand new fold away bicycle for Sergeant Trevor that fits comfortably in the boot of a state car.

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