Caroline Allen, Author at Agriland.ie

Caroline Allen

Caroline Allen is from a farming background in Co. Laois. She studied journalism at the College of Commerce, Rathmines, and lives outside Portlaoise.

[email protected] @MsCarolineAllen

Farm model mania the ‘perfect’ distraction in troubled times

March 29, 2020

Rural Life

A specialist in making farm models and buildings is fielding lots of new enquiries at present as model mania is seen as the…

‘Crazy’ social media posts of children flout farm safety advice

March 28, 2020

Rural Life

A young person ‘self-isolating’ inside a diet feeder; children on machinery; and a toddler off-loading ewes and lambs with another child in the…

‘Fire ahead’ on reducing carbon emissions – 19-year-old serial entrepreneur

March 28, 2020

Environment

A 19-year-old serial entrepreneur whose businesses include an organic lamb venture and an industry-leading firewood supply enterprise recently highlighted the opportunity to use…

Farmer and friend suspend Sydney to Dublin fundraising cycle

March 22, 2020

Rural Life

A Carrick-on-Suir man from a farming background and his friend who were geared up to cycle home from Sydney across 28 countries to…

Farm and craft studio share daily scenes in bid to lift spirits

March 22, 2020

Rural Life

The Cavan-based woman behind Crafts of Ireland who has been sharing daily scenes from the farm she owns with her husband, as well…

Sustainable tourism training project supporting small providers

March 21, 2020

Rural Life

Irish Rural Link (IRL) was represented at a Sustainable Tourism Innovative Training (SUSTAIN IT) project partner meeting in Malaga, Spain, recently, with a…

Spotlight on healthy eating sees Merry Mill’s online sales triple

March 21, 2020

Rural Life

With Covid-19 having put the spotlight on healthy eating and immune-boosting foods, the farm family behind the Merry Mill has seen its online…

‘Social distancing could lead to social isolation’

March 15, 2020

Rural Life

Facing into an extended period of uncertainty due to Covid-19 and after serious flooding in several parts of the country, farmers should take…

Limerick entrepreneur sparks debate on firewood regulation

March 15, 2020

Rural Life

A 19-year-old serial entrepreneur whose businesses include an organic lamb venture and an industry-leading firewood supplier recently highlighted the urgent need for regulation…

Commuting grind sees parents and students lose out

March 14, 2020

Rural Life

The commuting grind is seeing many parents losing out on large chunks of their children growing up, while many attending third level institutions…

Importance of Eircode familiarisation in rural areas highlighted

March 8, 2020

Rural Life

The importance of Eircode familiarisation, especially in rural areas, for speedy access to emergency services and other uses, is being highlighted by the…

Homegrown celebrity chef launches food and beverage brand

March 7, 2020

Rural Life

The new food and beverage brand for Co. Cavan, ‘Created in Cavan’, was launched recently by homegrown celebrity chef, Neven Maguire. The new…

Wicklow-based vet tells tales as he launches his first book

March 7, 2020

Rural Life

An Armagh-born vet who is now based in Roundwood, Co. Wicklow, will launch his first book ‘Whiskers, Feathers and Fur: Veterinary Tales’ in…

Farmers asked to track climate change impacts on biodiversity

March 1, 2020

Environment

The National Biodiversity Data Centre, based in Co. Waterford, is inviting members of the farming community throughout the country to participate in a…

‘Poor recognition for farm team effort translates to board level’

February 29, 2020

Agri-Business

Farms are rarely run by one individual but rather a team, yet this is rarely reflected through media or names on herd numbers…

‘Long Way Home’ for vintage club as big fundraiser planned

February 29, 2020

Rural Life

Kilmainhamwood Vintage Club in north Meath is planning a major fundraiser, ‘Long Way Home’, for Temple Street children’s hospital and the Kevin Bell repatriation…

Walking festival generates income for rural community

February 22, 2020

Rural Life

The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail three-day walking festival will take place on March 13, 14 and 15. All proceeds go to Croi, the heart…

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