Stella Meehan

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Stella Meehan has a Masters in Journalism from NUI (National University of Ireland) Galway and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, Sociology and Politics. She comes from a farming and business background in Co. Galway. Previously, she worked in the broadcasting, print and political sectors.

Minister wants environmental reassurances on Mercosur deal

Environment

Minister wants environmental reassurances on Mercosur deal

Speaking at the Agriculture and Fisheries Council of the EU (Agrifish council), Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie...
World Farmers’ Organisation sets up solidarity fund for members

Agri Politics

World Farmers’ Organisation sets up solidarity fund for members

The World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) has announced the establishment of a solidarity fund to assist and support the member organisations...
Well-known stalwart of seed industry passes away

Agri-Business

Well-known stalwart of seed industry passes away

One of the most well-known stalwarts of the seed industry in this country has sadly passed away today (Wednesday, March...
Tuam agri manufacturer wins county enterprise award

Agri-Business

Tuam agri manufacturer wins county enterprise award

A Tuam-based manufacturer of natural animal healthcare products has been announced as this year’s winner of the Co. Galway Enterprise...
Galway organic farmer lauds the merits of sustainable wool

Agri-Business

Galway organic farmer lauds the merits of sustainable wool

A sheep farmer in Co. Galway, who has repurposed wool to make hypo-allergenic pillows, believes that sleep is one of...
Research: Co-locating crops and solar can increase performance

Environment

Research: Co-locating crops and solar can increase performance

Growing commercial crops on solar farms can both increase commercial food production and improve solar panel performance and longevity, according...
Beef producers’ group in Galway seeking new members

Beef News

Beef producers’ group in Galway seeking new members

The North-East Galway Beef Producers (NEGBP) group has said that it is currently open to new members, with final membership...
Video: World Ploughing Contest monument unveiled in Co. Laois

Tillage News

Video: World Ploughing Contest monument unveiled in Co. Laois

Today (Friday, March 10) the ‘Cairn of Peace’ was officially unveiled in its permanent home at Ratheniska, Co. Laois to...
Dawn Meats Group UK company acquires lamb processor

Agri-Business

Dawn Meats Group UK company acquires lamb processor

Dunbia, part of the Dawn Meats Group, has acquired a lamb processing site in Cornwall, in the UK. The company...
Pre-tax profits at FBD Holdings drop by €36m in 2022

Agri-Business

Pre-tax profits at FBD Holdings drop by €36m in 2022

Pre-tax profits at FBD Holdings fell by €36 million in 2022, compared to the previous year. According to the latest...
Mislabelled meat products under investigation in UK

Agri-Business

Mislabelled meat products under investigation in UK

An investigation of food fraud is underway after a UK supermarket was found to have meat products on its shelves...
Weekend weather: Turning milder with blustery rain

Rural Life

Weekend weather: Turning milder with blustery rain

The weekend weather forecast indicates an end to the current icy conditions and a return to milder temperatures with bands...
Access to digital tech ‘crucial’ to empower women in agri-food

Agri-Business

Access to digital tech ‘crucial’ to empower women in agri-food

Inclusive access to digital technologies and education is crucial to reducing gender inequalities and empowering rural women and girls –...
Emergency crisis team meets ahead of adverse weather

Rural Life

Emergency crisis team meets ahead of adverse weather

In preparation for a short period of cold conditions combined with a high probability of snow over a widespread area,...
Women are ‘integral’ part of farming labour force – WASG

Rural Life

Women are ‘integral’ part of farming labour force – WASG

Women are an integral part of the farming labour force and the wider agri-food sector in Ireland, according to the...
EU adopts new rules to reduce arsenic in food

Rural Life

EU adopts new rules to reduce arsenic in food

The European Commission adopted new rules to lower the presence of arsenic in food products. The commission has said that...
Mental health charity urges people to socialise again for well-being

Rural Life

Mental health charity urges people to socialise again for well-being

Turn2Me, a national mental health charity, has echoed calls from the chief medical officer (CMO), Prof. Breda Smyth, for the...
Ministers launch electrical safety video for farmers

Rural Life

Ministers launch electrical safety video for farmers

Minister of State with responsibility for farm safety, Martin Heydon and Minister of State, Neale Richmond have together launched an...