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CountryWide

RTÉ Radio 1
Climate Change
Weather
Farming
Agriculture
Lamb
Boyne River
Farm Shops
Environmental Conservation
Dairy Farming
Bureaucracy
Boine River Trust
Rainfall
Organic Farming
Eid Al-Fitr
EU Bathing Water Directive
Salmon
Food Security
Crop Planting
Biodiversity
The Burrenbeo Trust

The CountryWide team feature the events, people and happenings that bring colour and life to communities, towns and villages across Ireland. Listen live Saturdays at 8am on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Charles Hutchenson from Armstrong Machinery answers the question frequently asked by Countrywide’s listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40% of workplace fatalities happen on farms. Half of those involve machinery. Suzanne Campbell accompanies a HSA inspector doing a farm safety audit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An excerpt from Seamus’s memoir Leaning On Gates about what “innovating” with tractors in the eighties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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David Walsh-Kemmis
Brewer and tillage farmer at Ballykilcavan Brewery
Ballykilcavan Brewery
Episode: Price of a pint
Michael Feely
Suckler Beef and Sheep Farmer
Episode: Farm Succession and Generational Renewal
PJ Walsh
Dairy farmer leading the Breakfast Club initiative
Episode: Tackling Social Isolation in Farming
Bridget Murphy
A farmer in Sligo who reflects on the importance of community resilience.
Episode: Countrywide 2025 Highlights
Morris Leamy
Sheep farmer based in Tipperary, known for his positive outlook on farming.
Episode: Countrywide 2025 Highlights
Kristin Jemison
A direct descendant of the whisky distiller John Jemison, living along the River Blackwater.
Episode: Countrywide 2025 Highlights
John Moran
Farmer overlooking Clue Bay, discussing the challenges of farm succession.
Episode: Countrywide 2025 Highlights
Frances Murphy
Candlemaker at Be Kind Candles
Be Kind Candles
Episode: Candle making in county Cork
Gillian O'Sullivan
Dairy farmer and scientist who provides firsthand insights from farming communities
Episode: Nitrates and Habitats

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Philip
Host of CountryWide, also known for his multifaceted role in reporting on various aspects of rural life and agricultural practices.

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Safety around farm machinery
Q: What would you say to that?
It's important to consider a good breakfast in the morning for mental clarity and efficiency in farm operations.
Safety around farm machinery
Q: How much is that happening in reality? Like, are farmers getting more copped on to the risk to quads, and particularly kids on quads?
There has been a significant uptake on quad bike training since the regulations came into place at the end of 2023, although not all farmers comply with safety measures.
Not so stupid cows
Q: Are there broader implications arising from your study for how we should think about beef and dairy livestock?
Dr. Alice believes the study suggests we need to pay more attention to livestock species, as we often underestimate their intelligence and capabilities.
Not so stupid cows
Q: What experiments did you devise to find out whether she had been trained to do this trick?
Dr. Altonia conducted trials to see if Veronica could use the broom to scratch herself without prior training, indicating her capability to innovate.
Price of a pint
Q: How much do you feel your barley is worth?
It's not that I feel unhappy about the price, but I'd be okay paying more for our barley as the barley cost is insignificant in the overall cost of producing a pint.

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What is CountryWide about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rich tapestry of conversations celebrates the vibrant culture, agricultural innovation, and environmental issues impacting communities throughout Ireland. Topics frequently discussed include sustainable farming practices, the effects of climate change on agriculture, and the intersection of art and ecology. Noteworthy discussions with various stakeholders—from artists to government officials—highlight the urgent need for eco-friendly practices in farming, community-led initiatives, and the preservation of local heritage, making it particularly unique. The interplay between traditional practices and modern sustainability efforts resonates throughout the narratives, appealing to those interested in social equity, environmental stewardship, ... more

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CountryWide launched 16 years ago and published 108 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. David Walsh-Kemmis
2. Michael Feely
3. PJ Walsh
4. Bridget Murphy
5. Morris Leamy
6. Kristin Jemison
7. John Moran
8. Frances Murphy

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