Katherine O'Leary

'The Highlands reminded me of Kerry – but not quite as beautiful'

A holiday in Scotland reminded Katherine O’Leary of Ireland’s farming landscape, from the mountains and fields to the familiar beauty of Kerry.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 12 August 2026

'The Highlands reminded me of Kerry – but not quite as beautiful'

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‘Sport played a big part in our holiday... cheering from the sidelines'

‘Sport played a big part in our holiday... cheering from the sidelines'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 5 August 2026

“You can keep social media - I made my own splash on a Swedish rooftop”

“You can keep social media - I made my own splash on a Swedish rooftop”

KATHERINE O'LEARY 29 July 2026

‘Seeing the next generation take up farming is incredibly rewarding'

‘Seeing the next generation take up farming is incredibly rewarding'

‘Seeing the next generation take up farming is incredibly rewarding'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 22 July 2026

‘We’re ready for the drought... cows to be fed silage in dry weeks ahead'

‘We’re ready for the drought... cows to be fed silage in dry weeks ahead'

‘We’re ready for the drought... cows to be fed silage in dry weeks ahead'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 15 July 2026

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'At 81, Christy Moore delivered a concert as good as he did when he was younger'

'At 81, Christy Moore delivered a concert as good as he did when he was younger'

A meet up with old friends and new, at a Christy Moore concert was an added bonus at the end of a great gig in the Marquee, writes Katherine O' Leary.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 May 2026

‘Excellence and attention to detail were the main drivers on this Tipp farm'

‘Excellence and attention to detail were the main drivers on this Tipp farm'

A long-standing commitment to excellence in dairy farming has earned the Ryan family the 2025 NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Award. Katherine O'Leary visits the Tipperary farm to discover more.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 May 2026

‘It’s the ideal time to visit the galleries in our towns and appreciate them’

‘It’s the ideal time to visit the galleries in our towns and appreciate them’

I cherish my artist friends and want to better understand their extraordinary talents, writes Katherine O’Leary, who encourages readers to visit and support local galleries.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 May 2026

‘A farm is a busy place, full of varied emotions, it all has to be managed'

‘A farm is a busy place, full of varied emotions, it all has to be managed'

Succession is more than the signing of papers. It's the passing of the mantle on several fronts.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 May 2026

‘Two of my favourite men visit out of love and concern and make my day better'

‘Two of my favourite men visit out of love and concern and make my day better'

A close family circle matters and makes finding those 'moon' moments so special.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 May 2026

The 2026 Nuffield International Triennial – a resounding success

The 2026 Nuffield International Triennial – a resounding success

The 2026 Nuffield International Triennial taking in 50 farm visits, agri business events and cultural experiences was a resounding success.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 May 2026

Tullamore Show launches 2026 schedule

Tullamore Show launches 2026 schedule

Sponsors, supporters, committee members and invited guests gathered at the Old Warehouse in Tullamore on Thursday 21 May for the Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show sponsors' evening.

NEWS 28 May 2026

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Looking for a reason to get out and explore this August?

National Heritage Week runs from 15-23 August, with over 2,000 events taking place across Ireland. Many are free and family-friendly, making it the perfect opportunity to try something new.

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