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Halloween

Survey reveals how dogs cope with Halloween festivities

Rural Life

24 days ago

Survey reveals how dogs cope with Halloween festivities

A recent survey carried out by the charity Dogs Trust has revealed that more than half of dogs have shown fear when they hear fireworks.

Watch: Denmark's largest pumpkin producer in the lead-up to Halloween

Rural Life

about 1 month ago

Watch: Denmark's largest pumpkin producer in the lead-up to Halloween

It is as busy throughout October as you can imagine it to be on the site of Denmark's largest pumpkin producer

Bringing Halloween home to the roots of Samhain

Rural Life

about 1 month ago

Bringing Halloween home to the roots of Samhain

Pumpkins are being picked and cauldrons stirred as councils get set to embrace the new Home of Halloween destination development scheme

Pumpkin picking at Joe's Farm in Cork

Video

about 1 month ago

Pumpkin picking at Joe's Farm in Cork

The family farm in Killeagh, East Cork, is welcoming pumpkin pickers from all over Ireland during October. Agriland spoke to farmer Joe Burns about this busy season.

Top tips for keeping safe this Hallowe’en

Rural Life

about 1 year ago

Top tips for keeping safe this Hallowe’en

AA Ireland issued tips for keeping safe this Hallowe’en, emphasising the importance of staying safe and being vigilant about potential dangers.

Rural Life

about 1 year ago

How to keep your pets safe this Hallowe'en

The ISPCA has issued tips and advice to pet owners ahead of Hallowe'en, to help keep pets safe during what can be a stressful time.

How to keep your pets safe this Hallowe'en

Agri-Business

about 1 year ago

Watch: Ratoath Pumpkin Patch opens its gates today

The family behind Ratoath Pumpkin Patch have finalised preparations ahead of their grand opening this weekend (Saturday, October 19).

Watch: Ratoath Pumpkin Patch opens its gates today

Agri-Business

about 1 year ago

Veterinary Ireland issues advice to pet owners ahead of Halloween

Veterinary Ireland has issued advice to pet owners this October ahead of firework season this Halloween, which they warn can be a stressful.

Veterinary Ireland issues advice to pet owners ahead of Halloween

Rural Life

over 1 year ago

Public apple farm in Co. Wexford announces closure

Ballycross Apple Farm in Bridgetown, Co. Wexford has announced its decision to close the doors to the public today (Thursday, August 15)

Public apple farm in Co. Wexford announces closure

Beef

about 2 years ago

Triplet calves born in Mayo on Halloween are 'flying it'

A Co. Mayo farmer who had assumed his cow was having twins, was in for a shock when she gave birth to triplet heifer calves on Halloween night.

Triplet calves born in Mayo on Halloween are 'flying it'

Rural Life

about 2 years ago

ISPCA gives safety tips for pets ahead of Halloween

The Irish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA) has given safety tips, due to the loud noises at Halloween such as fireworks,

ISPCA gives safety tips for pets ahead of Halloween

Rural Life

about 2 years ago

Watch: Produce and pumpkin farm in Meath attracts thousands

This is the second year that Guy Farm in Trim Co. Meath has opened it's pumpkin farm to the public, attracting thousands of visitors

Watch: Produce and pumpkin farm in Meath attracts thousands

Rural Life

about 3 years ago

Video: Growing pumpkins at Ballymad Farm in Meath

Agriland recently visited Ballymad Farm in Co. Meath where Gerry Toner and his wife Sarah started growing pumpkins about four years ago.

Video: Growing pumpkins at Ballymad Farm in Meath

Rural Life

about 3 years ago

Gardaí issue road safety appeal for bank holiday weekend

An Garda Síochána has issued an urgent road safety appeal to all road users for the busy October...

Gardaí issue road safety appeal for bank holiday weekend

Rural Life

about 4 years ago

Halloween puts 'huge pressure' on vet clinics and rescue centres

Animal welfare is a prime concern around Halloween, Senator Pippa Hackett said, as she urges people...

Halloween puts 'huge pressure' on vet clinics and rescue centres

Agri-Business

about 4 years ago

Sales of pumpkins up 32% on last year

People will be "making up for lost time" with Halloween festivities this year, according to the latest data from Kantar released today.

Sales of pumpkins up 32% on last year

Rural Life

about 4 years ago

People reminded that fireworks cause 'significant distress' to livestock

People are reminded of the dangers of fireworks, and the "significant stress" they cause livestock....

People reminded that fireworks cause 'significant distress' to livestock

Rural Life

about 5 years ago

Farmer finds firework casings and frightened calves after Halloween

A dairy farmer in Co. Tipperary has highlighted the distress caused to his calves by fireworks and bangers set off next to them for Halloween.

Farmer finds firework casings and frightened calves after Halloween

Rural Life

about 5 years ago

5 fearsome frights for farmers this Halloween

Halloween (October 31) is a scary, spooky time of the year when a lot of people enjoy getting (and giving) a good fright.

5 fearsome frights for farmers this Halloween

Rural Life

about 5 years ago

Halloween: Keep pets inside and ensure farm animals are in a secure field or shed

Halloween can be a frightening time for animals, as sudden loud noises and flashing lights can be very disturbing for them.

Halloween: Keep pets inside and ensure farm animals are in a secure field or shed

Rural Life

about 5 years ago

A farmer and his magical field: How fairies have 'kept the land sacred in Ireland'

This weekend, we can expect to hear the best of folktales that Ireland has to offer; stories intertwined with our culture and heritage. 

A farmer and his magical field: How fairies have 'kept the land sacred in Ireland'

Rural Life

about 5 years ago

ISPCA: 'Halloween can be a scary time for our furry friends'

As Halloween approaches, the ISPCA is reminding the public to be aware of the dangers Halloween poses to the wellbeing of all animals.

ISPCA: 'Halloween can be a scary time for our furry friends'

Rural Life

about 5 years ago

Batman takes to his Massey Ferguson for fundraiser

A Laois man dressed as 'Farmer Batman', will tour his county on his Massey Ferguson this Halloween to raise funds for cancer research.

Batman takes to his Massey Ferguson for fundraiser

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