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From hedgerow to high-end hotels: how this Offaly beef farm diversified into foraging
5+ hour, 42+ min ago (325+ words) What started as a small addition to a Co Offaly farm has evolved into the Greene family's main income after they diversified their beef enterprise into foraging wild plants. Subscribe from only "12/month "5/month for 12 months. Cancel anytime. Only "8/monthfor…...
Untidy gardens and green spaces are vital to save Ireland's bees from extinction, experts say
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (862+ words) A bit less tidying of our gardens and green spaces could be vital in helping Ireland's bees, which are increasingly under threat of extinction, a leading scientist has said. World Bee Day is being celebrated on Wednesday, May 20, and the…...
How to design a garden on a balcony: Leave room for the birds and climbing plants
6+ day, 9+ hour ago (519+ words) Lack of space needn't stop you from creating a garden " the upcoming Bloom show provides plenty of inspiration "Shelter is key," he says. "Balconies get a lot of abuse from the weather. You need to put in a lot of…...
Intergenerational performers brings Ireland's endangered birds to life on stage
1+ week, 9+ hour ago (124+ words) The Irish Independent Intergenerational performers brings Ireland's endangered birds to life on stage Ireland's endangered birds will be the focus of a unique intergenerational performance taking place at DLR Mill Theatre Dundrum. An intergenerational performance of theatre, music and visual…...
Wexford travel influencer on the magical return of the puffins " "It's one of the best wildlife experiences you can have'
1+ week, 6+ day ago (359+ words) The Irish Independent Mediahuis and our partners use cookies to collect information about your device, browser, location and browsing behaviour. The above data is used for the following purposes: personalised advertising, advertising and content measurement, target group research and product…...
Kerry's Island of Geese gets striking artwork honouring its industrial past
2+ week, 4+ day ago (340+ words) A new artwork celebrating the industrial heritage of Tralee's Island of Geese, once home to the Denny bacon factory, has been unveiled. The striking installation consists of a laser-cut steel panel called "Flight & Industry' that is mounted on the amphitheatre…...
The Cuckoo is home in Kerry after 9, 000km journey from the Congolese forests
4+ week, 22+ hour ago (88+ words) The Irish Independent Kerry's very own special cuckoo "Cuach Cores' has come home to Kerry having flown all the way from Africa. This is the third year in a row that "Cuach Cores' has returned to Derrycunnihy woods in Killarney…...
Authorities monitor deer that has made home near busy Wicklow roundabout amid safety concerns
1+ mon, 3+ hour ago (552+ words) Concerns over the safety of motorists and animal welfare have been raised following repeated sightings of a wild deer near a busy roundabout close to the N11 in Bray. The animal has been observed periodically in the vicinity of Circle K…...
Warming oceans from climate change pose double threat to basking sharks and other Irish sea life, new study shows
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (462+ words) Ireland's basking sharks and other warm-bodied fish face risks from overheating due to warming oceans caused by climate change, a study has warned. The new research found that warm-bodied fish such as great white sharks burn up to four times…...
Russborough House among Wicklow landmarks to share nearly "170, 000 in funding for upkeep
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (377+ words) A significant investment in the county's architectural legacy has been confirmed this week, as Russborough House and the Old Lacken School House were awarded a combined "168, 250 under the 2026 Historic Structures Fund (HSF). While the funding originates from the Department of…...