Rural Life
Minister Martin Heydon has launched a new booklet entitled ‘All you need to know about Equine Identification and Traceability’.
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has launched a public consultation on horse traceability.
Agri-Business
Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon has today (Friday, July 24) announced a scheme aiming to bolster horse traceability in this country.
N.Ireland
Minister Andrew Muir said the mandatory registration of NI equine establishments is an "essential step forward" to improve traceability.
A 78-year-old man has been convicted of animal cruelty at a court in Co. Cork after an investigation by the ISPCA.
An Garda Síochána have confirmed the seizure of ten horses in Tipperary this morning (Tuesday), April 15, "for reasons of public safety"
Senator Victor Boyhan has called for a debate in both the Dáil and the Seanad about Prof. Paddy Wall's report on Ireland’s horse traceability system
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon today (Thursday, March 20) welcomed...
Over 2,000 horses have been seized, and 279 horses have been euthanised since 2020, according to the Minister for Agriculture.
The ISPCA is appealing for homes for 25 rescued ponies, donkeys, and horses, that are currently in it's care.
An Garda Síochána has appealed to people to "please take care of your animals" after they were...
57 stray horses and ponies have been seized and detained by Limerick City and County Council between January and October this year.
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.
A Kerry farmer has told Agriland of his "massive relief" after his miniature horses which were believed to have been stolen were recovered.
A Kerry farmer is appealing for information after a miniature mare and foal were stolen from his lands overnight.
The Department of Agriculture (DAFM) said that it has not yet received any applications to date from other processors to slaughter horses.
The European Commission has reminded EU member states of their obligations when it comes to horse traceability.
The Department of Agriculture (DAFM) will meet with European Commission officials next week to discuss the issue of traceability in horses.
The number of thoroughbred horses slaughtered in 2024 to-date has been confirmed by the Minister for Agriculture.
Over 100 protesters gathered outside Dáil buildings today to call for the permanent closure of Ireland’s only horse abattoir
Operations at Ireland’s only horse abattoir have been suspended by Minister McConalogue, following highlighted animal welfare abuse
Protesters have gathered outside Ireland's only horse abattoir in light of a recent investigation on the treatment of horses
Minister Charlie McConalogue said "every appropriate step" is being taken in an investigation into the supply horses for slaughter.
