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IT Sligo students Colm Morley, Shane Timoney, Caolan Treanor and Conor Walsh (pictured above) have won the Engineers Ireland Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award 2016, sponsored by Siemens, and a prize of €2,000. - Continued on Page 2

here are fears this week for over 200 jobs after the closure of the well-known fuel business McCormack Oil. In a statement to Northwest Express, Grant Thornton have confirmed that they have been appointed as receivers to McCormack Oil. There has been widespread shock expressed throughout Sligo, Leitrim and Cavan with the news that the well-known north-west business has gone into receivership.

The company runs a number of garages and petrol stations across the region. They would have been the main Opel dealer in Sligo and Leitrim.

Concern had been expressed earlier this week when the shops were reported closed with a notice from the receivers explaining that they were now the managers of the various shops.

Grant Thornton, has confirmed to Northwest Express that Aengus Burns and Michael McAteer have been appointed as receivers to Excol Oil Limited which operates ten filling stations as well as two oil distribution facilities and McCormacks car sales and garage businesses in Sligo.

The receivership affects 15 separate locations, and over 200 local employees.

The statement goes on to say that efforts are already underway to sell the various businesses.

It’s hoped there may be a chance to save some of the 200 jobs at risk as a result of the closure of McCormack Oil. Many of the staff affected by the closure would have been long term employees of the company.

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Tellus Sets Sights on West of Ireland

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estern Ireland is set to be the focus for Tellus – a geological mapping project which collects geophysical and geochemical data on rocks, soil and water across Ireland – in the months ahead.

An airborne survey, involving a low-flying plane equipped with state-of-the-art geophysical technology, will take flight over the region covering counties Galway, southern Mayo and neighbouring parts of Roscommon, Offaly, Clare and Tipperary in upcoming months (weather permitting).

With soil and stream sampling already underway in Mayo, ground teams are set to continue their geochemical surveying activity in the county and into west Galway and north Clare visiting over 5,000 locations across the summer and autumn months.

Surveying by Tellus will provide an up-to-date, comprehensive picture of the geology of the region with the aim of delivering long term

economic, environmental and agricultural benefits. Data, which will be released publically, will also allow for the modernisation of geological maps for planning and research purposes, improve radon risk mapping and promote local mineral exploration.

The Tellus team, led by the Geological Survey of Ireland and funded by the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, expect to have surveyed 50% of the country by late 2017.

Minister for Natural Resources, Seán Kyne TD, explained the significance of the initiative: “ . . . latest technology to delve deep into the environment and natural resources of the west of Ireland. The resulting data will offer widespread benefits which will support the protection of public health, agricultural productivity and the assessment of natural resources.”

To gather data the Tellus project has commissioned an aircraft equipped with the

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latest geophysical technology, which surveys rural areas at a height of 60m – approximately eight times the height of a two storey house. The aircraft is a white twin propeller plane operated by the specialist survey company, Sander Geophysics Ltd and is easily identified by its red tail, black stripe and registration number C-GSGF. The airborne survey will operate safely within Irish Aviation Authority permits, however, the sound of the plane flying overhead is similar to that of a passing lorry and could startle young animals and sensitive livestock, such as horses, pedigree cattle and poultry flocks.

Members of the geochemical sampling team operated by OCAE Consultants Ltd. - who work in pairs and carry identification - will meanwhile collect samples at regular intervals across the area which is renowned for its complex

Followers of the talented group, Treelan, will be delighted to hear they are scheduled to play They Dock in Carrick-on-Shannon on 25th June. The play other venues in Dublin, Kerry, Wexford and Carlow throughout the month of June. TREELAN comprise the multi-genre talents of hand-drum percussionist Éamonn Cagney, the guitarist Niwel Tsumbu & accordionist Martin Tourish. Donegal native ÉAMONN CAGNEY has travelled the hand-drumming world, from Africa to East Asia, studying under many of the masters of his art, resulting in a tapestry of colourful, seductive grooves & sparkling syncopated rhythms. Kinshasa born NIWEL TSUMBU is renowned for his electrifying, soulful guitar,

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Previously there had been no post drivers that are able to hold, feed and drive a post without the operator having to dismount the tractor.

Ben Frost, a student at DIT, but originally from County Sligo, was named a runner-up in the competition for his project, ‘Design and build of a Human-Powered Washing Machine’ An advanced limb prosthesis, a cleanenergy inflatable tower, a flexible robotic arm and a safe-release building hook were other projects also short listed for the final, which was sponsored by Siemens. The Engineers Ireland Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award is an annual competition that focuses on showcasing innovation excellence amongst engineering third-level students across Ireland.

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Permission to sample land will be sought on the day of sampling, and co-operation from landowners is appreciated.

Communicating with the local community is a priority for Tellus, said Mairead Glennon, Project Manager: “Tellus operates an extensive communications programme to inform the public of survey operations. We are in close contact with the local community in the area to make sure that people and animals on the ground are not disturbed by survey operations.

We would like anyone who has concerns about the low-flying aircraft in relation to sensitive animals to get in touch through our information line on Freephone 1800 303 516”.

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Having individually performed in many of the world’s most prestigious venues, Treelan have melded their kaleidoscope of Irish, jazz, African, contemporary & world sounds into one searing, spiritual and entrancing performance to finally bring the show to audiences across Ireland for one very special tour in June. To celebrate the live ‘firework’ chemistry the band share on stage, Treelan will be recording each of the shows for a live album. They invite their audience to pack the venues & be part of the spark-filled energy of these special nights.

Their virtuosic repertoire of newly composed music reels its way through what they term ‘journey pieces’: each with its own story, sounds and colours. From the middleeastern sounds of ‘Viaggio' to the chorale-like finale of ‘Errigal’ and the joyous ‘Viva la Vida’, in the melodic African language of lingala. The listener is invited into a series of worlds where layers of rhythms build and melody creates itself in spontaneous live improvisation. Doors 8pm e16 Booking: 071 9650828 thedock.ie/treelan. www.eamonncagney.com/index.php/treelan/ www.facebook.com/eamonncagneytrio

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new honours degree programme aimed at preparing insurance professionals for the world of work, and delivered by IT Sligo, is set to transform apprenticeship training in Ireland.

The Bachelor of Arts in Insurance Practice is the first professionally validated level 8 programme in Higher Education and has been designed and developed in close collaboration with the Insurance Industry.

The apprenticeship will allow school leavers, graduates and career changers to get a foot in the door to one of Ireland’s largest and most diverse sectors.

This programme will be delivered online

by IT Sligo and the Insurance Institute over

three years to students who will be employed with many of the leading insurance companies and brokers in Ireland. The online study is all done from the apprentice’s workplace, making the programme suitable nationwide.

As an ‘earn and learn’ apprenticeship, the programme will teach technical knowledge through a formal degree, while developing vital workplace skills on the job.

Welcoming the new programme, Professor Vincent Cunnane, President of IT Sligo said: “This is a ground-breaking development for Irish education. It now opens the entire structure of higher education to apprenticeship programmes

and is also a perfect illustration of how external collaborative engagement and a capacity for innovation can deliver for all concerned.”

The programme will begin this September, and will recruit 100 students initially. There will be potential for further growth with the addition of a Life Insurance stream next year.

“It helps to solve the issues companies are facing with skills gaps and talent shortages, and it also provides people with a structured pathway into the profession,” says Paula Hodson, Director of Development Services at The Insurance Institute, which worked closely with IT Sligo in developing the new programme. ”For students, being able to earn a fullyfunded level 8 degree while working is very rare in this country.”

Dr Michael Barrett, Head of Department of Business at IT Sligo, was a key member of the working group which developed the Insurance Practice Apprenticeship. “I want to pay tribute to the staff of both The Insurance Institute and IT Sligo for their tremendous work in helping to bring this game-changing apprenticeship programme to fruition in a comparatively short period of time.” he said. ”We are very excited about the potential opportunities this collaboration can trigger for both industry and higher education.”

Companies will begin recruiting for apprentices in June. Minimum entry requirements include two honours in the Leaving Cert, including a pass in English/Irish and Maths.

Further details can be found on The Insurance Institute’s website at iii.ie/apprenticeships.

St Mary's Secondary School retiring Principal Patsy Sweeney's outstanding 44 years contribution to education In Ballina drew hundreds to her retirement function in Mt Falcon House Hotel. Among the many presentations to Patsy included a beautiful portrait of the Ox Mountain's "The Windy Gap" on behalf of the school's parents council fittingly reflecting her deep Sligo /Mayo connections. Attending the reception were standing members of the school board Roger Cawley and Tommy Geraghty, parents council members including Aine Mullarkey, Cliona Campos, Ester Cummons, Yvette McGowan, Nuala Feeney, Muredach Tuffy, and School chaplain Fr Liam Reilly. Seated from left St Mary's former Deputy Principal Fatima O'Flaherty, former School Principal Sister Attracta Tighe, Deputy School Principal Margaret Bourke and Chairperson of the School's Board of Management Sister Mary Corr.

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he Cranmore age friendly programme returned to Sligo victorious last week after victory at the National Age Friendly Recognition Awards held in Killiney, Dublin.

The awards are a national scheme aimed at recognising best practise from across Ireland in terms of making Ireland a great country in which to grow old. Hundreds of entries were received by the awards panel under a range of categories.

The Cranmore committee took home the prize in the best Age Friendly Environment category and beat off the challenge of some fantastic initiatives. Also shortlisted from Sligo was Sligo Lend A Hand, under the Housing and Home category. The Cranmore win comes on the back of a busy first year for the age friendly group who launched their strategy for the estate last June, making Cranmore the first Age Friendly estate in

Ireland. The Cranmore initiative is the flagship project under the broader Sligo Age Friendly County programme.

Once the strategy was launched, the steering group, made up of a range of key local stakeholders and members of the community, set about creating an action plan which details the key initiatives taking place under the programme and how people from the local community can get involved.

They have already competed a walkability audit of the estate which will inform future capital works to make the estate easily accessible for all residents, including older people, people with disabilities and parents with young children. The group have also begun work on an intergenerational remedies booklet, worked with YouthReach on the making of memory blankets for stillborn babies and, through Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership, have initiated the hugely

successful walking groups and a come and try cycle day.

Invigorated from their win, the committee are now setting out a range of projects to keep the community busy over the summer and welcome all members of Cranmore, the East Ward and the wider community to get involved. Just some of the activities planned include; The creation of a Time capsule for Cranmore which will contain the Age Friendly strategy and the recordings and written memories of people living in the estate The hosting of an Intergenerational quiz to highlight the success of bringing together knowledge from the old and young. The initiation of a safety initiative for the estate with the distribution of Messages in a Bottle and ID keyrings To find out more about the Cranmore Age Friendly programme, contact Marisa at mmoran@sligococo.ie or phone 071 9111250.

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Westport’s Gráinne Mhaol show about to kick off

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Patrick Lacken from the Gráinne Mhaol show with Minister Michael Ring, lead dancer Roisin Timoney and Henry McGlade from Irish TV at the launch of the show in Westport this week.

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inister of State for Regional Economic Development Michael Ring TD was onboard this week to launch Westport’s superb traditional music, song and dance show ‘The Legend of Gráinne Mhaol’ at Westport Town Hall.

The show based on the real life story of Ireland’s Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley is returning this summer to the state-ofthe-art Westport Town Hall theatre every Wednesday and Thursday from June 15th.

Speaking at the launch Minister Ring said he was delighted to be supporting an enterprise that was of immense benefit to the local economy and one of the key tourism attractions in the region.

“As Minister for Regional Economic Development, I am delighted to launch the Gráinne Mhaol show as it is such an important tourism initiative not just for Westport but for the entire west of Ireland. Apart from creating local

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Pictured with Today FM’s Anton Savage, Rory Kinnane from Scoil Asicus Naofa, Strandhill NS national school in Sligo, was crowned champion speller in the 2016 Eason Spelling Bee Connacht final. Rory will now go on to compete in the All-Ireland final at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre on June 20th. Photograph by David Ruffles

employment for so many talented musicians, singers and dancers over the summer months, this show has also been a key factor in attracting visitors to the west of Ireland. Over the past seven years, the Gráinne Mhaol show has supported the entire hospitably sector in the region with hotels, B&B’s, restaurants and all other tourism providers benefiting as a result,” he said.

Featuring a host of top class Mayo performers, the Gráinne Mhaol show has enthralled thousands of visitors to the west of Ireland and has received glowing reviews during that period with Tripadvisor calling the show ‘a must see for anyone visiting Mayo or the west during the summer’.

Minister Ring said, “I am also delighted that the show is returning to Westport Town Hall as this venue is a key piece of rural economic infrastructure and another example of how small towns and villages can encourage and promote local arts, drama and music.”

The Gráinne Mhaol show every Wednesday and Thursday evening from June 15th is an inspiring epic, reliving the journey of the Irish legend Gráinne Mhaol or Grace O’Malley throughout history.

The show features some of Ireland’s best known and most gifted musicians, dancers and singers including James Kilbane, Darragh, Sinead and Micheal Healy, Roisin Timoney and the Cunningham Sean Nós dancers. See special interview with Roisin in the July issue of Mayo Now. The show is full of energy and enthusiasm and guarantees to keep audiences of all ages gripped from start to finish. “I encourage everyone to come and see this show as they will not be disappointed,” commented Minister Ring.

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Sligo Macra na Feirme

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Pictured are members of Sligo Macra who won the County Promotional Book competition at the Northwest Macra Club of the Region awards night which took place last weekend in the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny. They are pictured with Northwest Macra Vice President Caroline O'Dowd who congratulated Sligo Macra and in particular their County PRO Bernie Waters from South Sligo Macra club. This competition is in it's first year. Northwest counties were asked to put together a book which they would use to promote Macra na Feirme in their County.

360+ million in the US and Canada to see images of Sligo this autumn

Prannie Rhatigan (left) foraging for seaweed with Joseph Rosendo, Travelscope presenter (second left), during filming in Sligo; also pictured are Owen Stanley, cameraman (second right) and Alan Chamberlain, Travelscope crew.

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film crew from PBS in the United States has been capturing footage in Sligo and elsewhere around the island of Ireland, for an episode of Joseph Rosendo’s Trav-

elscope. They were here as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland.

Joseph Rosendo’s Travelscope is an Emmy Award-winning travel series, which has

been airing on PBS (Public Broadcasting Service – the public TV network) in the US and Canada for some nine years.

Joseph and his three-man crew filmed in along the Wild At-

lantic Way and in Northern Ireland, for an episode due to air this autumn.

In Sligo, Joseph was filmed foraging for seaweed with Prannie Rhatigan. Footage was also captured at the Voya Seaweed Baths in Strandhill, at Tobernalt Holy Well and at Lissadell House. The crew visited Yeats’ grave in Drumcliff and Aughris Head. They stayed in The Glasshouse Hotel.

Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland’s Head of North America, said: “We were delighted to invite the team behind Joe Rosendo’s Travelscope to come and film here this week. It’s an excellent opportunity to showcase the island of Ireland to a huge audience of more than 360 million viewers across the US and in Canada. “TV and film are recognised as strong influencers on travellers everywhere, with up to 35% of people being impacted in their choice of destination by what they see on screen. Tourism Ireland regularly works with overseas TV and production companies to facilitate the making of travel and lifestyle programmes – to maximise the promotional opportunities of popular films and TV shows filmed on location here.”

Innovative Disability Equality programme available at St. Angela’s A new Bachelor of Arts (Disability Equality Studies) is now accepting applications. This St. Angela’s College, Sligo programme offers a part-time, flexible learning in the area of Disability Studies and Disability Equality Studies in response to issues facing people with disabilities in today’s society.

“Disability studies allow us to understand disability in a different

way; not as a health issue or something to be cured, nor as something to arouse sympathy, but as a political and social issue,” explains Susan Carton, Programme Director, “The study of ‘disability’ is therefore linked to the concept of equality.” The programme may be of interest to disabled people in Ireland, or people currently working in the disability and community sec-

tors. Graduates will work towards shaping an Ireland where disabled people will be visible, empowered and participating in all spheres of public and private life. For more information on the course or to download the application form visit www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie/programmes or contact Susan Carton scarton@stangelas.nuigalway.ie or 071 9135620.

About ThinStone Ireland : • We are based in Westport, Co Mayo and supply natural stone facing and carry out stonework all over Ireland • We have stonemason partners in Limerick, Derry, Waterford, Offaly, Laois, Kerry and Donegal • We can simply supply the stone to you, or supply stone and complete your stonework fully • Our stonemasons are well experienced and are very proud of their work Save money and save work : Talking with us early on in your project will save you both money and work. Our natural stone facing eliminates the need for additional structural support in foundations as well as the need for lintels over doors and windows. Both of those are costly items and are always needed for the much heavier form of building stone.

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Choosing one of the best farm sheds takes time H

ave you ever visited a farm? If you have, then you must have noticed the numerous building like structures all around the farm land. Some are used to house farm animals, whereas, some are used to store food items and tractors.

These constructions are better known as farm sheds. There was a time, when such big structures were built over a time span of several weeks or months. However, these days you will find sheds which are custom made. All you need to do is provide the exact measurements of your free space and let the dealer design it for you. Once it is done, the dealer will ship you the product with a complete building manual. Read the manual and build it on your own. This entire process will barely take you more

than a couple of weeks.

If you search through newspapers or on the internet, you will find several companies, which mention advertisement for farm sheds for sale. There are many dealers, who provide such custom made sheds.

However, when you place an order, you have to keep certain factors in mind.

Failing may prove to be a loss for you.

Some of these factors are discussed below.

The use of the shed If you have your own farm, then you should know that the sheds are used for different purposes. If you are planning to place an order for one of the best farm sheds, you have to determine the actual use of the

7 ways to save electricity money on dairy farms

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he electricity bill can often add up to a substantial amount on dairy farms. Research from Teagasc has shown that electricity usage contributes on average, 0.60c/L to milk production costs. In terms of electricity consumption per dairy cow milked, the figures vary from 4 kWh/cow/week to 7.3 kWh/cow/week. This is equivalent to €0.60/cow/week to €1.10/cow/week.

Leaky taps A leak as small as 1L/hour can waste 8,500 litres of hot water and 3,800 Kwh per year. Identifying and elimination of leaks can be done with minimal effort, simply repaired at minimal costs and offer real energy savings. Repair any leaky taps promptly!

Water heaters sacrificial anode While many not know what the water heater sacrificial anode is, it’s the single most important factor in whether a water heater lives of dies!

It’s life span depends on the quality of water, the amount of use it gets, water temperature and the condition of the tank. Examine the condition of the water heaters sacrificial anode and replace if necessary.

Standby heat loss Reduce standby heat loss. Standby heat

loss occurs in storage tanks and piping and can be reduced with additional insulation to storage tanks if appropriate and insulation of all hot water piping, and cold water piping within three to five feet of water heater.

Natural light Maximise natural ventilation and light in your winter sheds wherever possible. This will help reduce the need for artificial light and can help keep bugs and infections at bay.

Cooling condenser Make sure that the milk cooling condenser operates at the lowest achievable temperature (e.g. that it is cooled by fresh air of the coolest possible temperature and that it is clean, so that an unobstructed air flow is established).

structure. Whether you are planning to use it to store your vehicles or your farm products or any other product, you have to choose accordingly. Once you are clear about your needs, you will be in a better position to place an order for a good quality shed.

Your budget Different dealers will quote you different rates for farm sheds for sale. When you decide to purchase a custom made shed for your farm, always plan out a budget.

This is especially true if you are on a limited budget. Going ahead and buying a costly shed may not be the right thing to

do every time.

The available area Another important factor to keep in mind is the actual size of the available space.

Always measure the space, where you are planning to place the shed, before placing the order. If you fail to do so and order one of the farm sheds for sale based upon your rough estimate, it may prove to be a unfavorable bet for you, resulting in monetary loss.

These are some of the factors to keep in mind when placing your order for one of the best custom made farm sheds. Always take your time and then go ahead with your search.

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Vacuum pump motor Make sure the vacuum pump motor is kept clean and well ventilated, it can save you a lot over the course of a year.

Dust It may sound silly, but dusting around the milking parlour could save you money!

Dust and dirt accumulation on lamps and luminary refractors will significantly reduce the effective light, which in turn increases the need for more lighting.

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unsuitable for a novice to buy. In contrast, weaners from a wellmanaged smallholding, are normally docile and humanfriendly right from the start, making their handling and management so much easier.

So, enquire locally for smallholdings with livestock for sale. Check advertisements in local agricultural merchants and newspapers, and national magazines like CS.

conversation with their owner. If you permit them to lamb, calve or kid in your outbuildings, you’ll experience normal and problem birthing as well. This is how Rosie and I learned about sheep management before starting our own flock.

Spend time on the source farm of your potential livestock to gain familiarity with them and ask questions of the vendor. Most breeders are enthusiastic about their animals and it’s not in their interest to sell stock to someone who is unsuited to keeping them, so they may want to question you in turn!

What livestock should you choose for your smallholding? Alan Beat has many years experience with animals. Here is his advice New entrants to smallholding often ask ‘which breed of hens/ducks/sheep/pigs/cattle should we buy?’ Unfortunately, there is no simple answer. It depends on many different factors, not least of which is personal preference. However, I suggest that some commonsense principles can be applied to all types of livestock: • Buy healthy stock from a reliable small-scale source; • Keep them as naturally as possible; • Rotate them regularly to fresh ground; • Avoid overstocking; • Feed and house them properly; • Learn their normal behaviour through regular observation.

Do these simple things and you should have very few problems.

This article examines the first of these principles in more detail.

Preparation Please, please don’t even think about buying your first livestock until you have made adequate preparations. Ensure that field boundaries are stockproof; that sufficient grazing or fodder is available; that appropriate housing and handling facilities are in place and that you have a fair grasp of how to look after them.

Don’t fall into the trap of buying on impulse at a show or sale and think that you can rig something up with baler twine and old pallets ‘just for the time being’ when you get home. Such temporary arrangements are never satisfactory and risk becoming rather more permanent than

intended! It’s far better to plan and prepare in advance.

Personal preference There are many different reasons for keeping livestock, but perhaps the most important is that you take pleasure in doing so.

You’ll be spending a part of every single day in their company, and if that becomes a chore rather than a pleasure, you are not going to succeed with them - it’s as simple as that. So try to acquire some hands-on experience to inform your choice.

Consider enrolling for a short training course covering the livestock that interest you, or offers a general overview to help you focus.Visit established smallholders to learn from their experience, and offer to help with routine tasks that enable contact with the type of stock that interest you.

Handling large livestock can be daunting and may not suit you personally. Keeping geese may seem attractive, but will you cope with an aggressive gander? Milking goats may appeal, but have you ever tried - and can you stand the smell of a billy?

It’s much better to explore such things before you buy, rather than afterwards. A good route to practical experience is through WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms), which enables you to work on smallholdings and farms in exchange for board and lodging; visit www.wwoof.org Another option is to initially let out your grazing to a local smallholder or farmer with the type of stock that interests you.

Useful knowledge and confidence is acquired through regular observation and from

Pedigree Beginners are often advised to buy quality pedigree stock from a reputable prize-winning breeder.

Such breeders play a vital role in maintaining and developing the wide range of livestock breeds that we enjoy today. The rare breeds, in particular, are often suited to a smallholding life and are especially deserving of our support.

However, I strongly suggest that pedigree livestock are not the ideal first purchase for the raw novice.Pedigree strains have been selectively bred over many generations for certain characteristics. The promotion of specific attributes usually comes at the expense of others, and impacts on general qualities such as hardiness, prolificacy and longevity.

As breeds diverge further from the natural form, there is an associated increase in dependence

I recommend visiting the source farm or smallholding before making the decision to purchase.

Never mind if you are a novice common sense is your guide. Ask to see the breeding stock as well as their offspring and look at the conditions in which they are kept.

Animals that are healthy and thriving will be clean, bright-eyed, alert, active and inquisitive, with a shine to their coat - though if pigs have full bellies, they may be contentedly sleeping! Look for a good level of rapport between the vendor and his livestock. Ask plenty of questions; a good breeder will be happy to answer. If not, look elsewhere.

on human care and intervention to maintain health and well-being. To give a simple example, primitive sheep shed their fleece naturally each spring, whereas the more developed breeds require shearing.

To establish the reputation of his or her pedigree stock, the breeder needs to show them and to win prizes; but showing promotes physique and visual appeal over utility attributes, so that prizewinning stock may lack the practical characteristics that most interest the smallholder. To win consistently around the shows against stiff competition requires considerable effort and commitment alongside expert stockmanship.

All this indicates that trying to keep and breed pedigree stock is

not for the fainthearted; nor, I suggest, is it for the novice.

Instead of starting at the top end of the scale, I think the novice is better advised to first gain practical experience with crossbred or commercial stock that are cheaper, hardier and more widely available. When two pure breeds are crossed, the resulting progeny grow faster to a larger ultimate size than either parent; they are also usually healthier, hardier and more prolific breeders.

These characteristics are collectively known as ‘hybrid vigour’. Commercial farming takes advantage of this in various ways, for example, using crossbred ewes to combine the prolificacy of one breed with the heavier lamb carcase of another.

Commercial strains often arise, not from pedigree stock, but from animals with the general characteristics of a breed.

Such livestock may be far removed from any traceable pedigree, but, nevertheless, exhibit the practical attributes of the breed that smallholders value. Both crossbred and commercial stock will exhibit a wider variance than pedigree animals, but uniformity may not necessarily be desirable for the smallholder, in fact, diversity may be a distinct advantage. Both these types of livestock are easier to source and cheaper to buy than pedigree stock. The progression to pedigree stock, if that is the longterm aim, can follow as experience grows.

SOURCING STOCK An important consideration to the smallholder is docility. For example, sheep from the uplands may be as wild as the hills they graze, unused to confinement by fencing and unworkable except with a well-trained dog. Most commercial sheep are also worked with dogs and hence fear humans by association.

However, I suggest that a sheep flock worked without dogs, but instead trained to trust humans and follow a food bucket, is far easier for a novice to manage; so buying your starter flock of tame, buckettrained sheep from a small scale breeder provides a sensible foundation on which to build.

This principle applies across the spectrum; all livestock that are handled regularly, and are relaxed in close human company, are quieter and more easily managed. To give an extreme example, I once bought some weaners (young pigs) from a semi-feral herd that roamed a large acreage without any close human

contact. The owner rigged up a temporary catching pen of wire mesh panels into which the piglets were lured by food and then trapped.

When he approached the pen, the pigs went berserk and ricocheted around at high speed while

attempting to jump straight through the mesh sides - they were terrified. Somehow, we manhandled five squirming piglets into my trailer, although one jumped out again over our shoulders and sprinted away, never to be seen again! Back at our smallholding, all I glimpsed of these pigs for the first fortnight was their

backsides as they ran to hide in their house whenever approached. With patience and a regular feeding routine, they did eventually learn to tolerate my presence, but never allowed themselves to be touched and so remained difficult to move or handle.

Those pigs were completely

Finally, beware of buying at a commercial market. It is so easy to make a bad mistake when you lack experience and, obviously, you can’t inspect the source farm either.

If you really must follow that route, take along someone knowledgeable to advise you, and learn from them.

Writers Alan Beat and his wife Rosie have run a smallholding of 16 acres for more than 20 years.

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unsuitable for a novice to buy. In contrast, weaners from a wellmanaged smallholding, are normally docile and humanfriendly right from the start, making their handling and management so much easier.

So, enquire locally for smallholdings with livestock for sale. Check advertisements in local agricultural merchants and newspapers, and national magazines like CS.

conversation with their owner. If you permit them to lamb, calve or kid in your outbuildings, you’ll experience normal and problem birthing as well. This is how Rosie and I learned about sheep management before starting our own flock.

Spend time on the source farm of your potential livestock to gain familiarity with them and ask questions of the vendor. Most breeders are enthusiastic about their animals and it’s not in their interest to sell stock to someone who is unsuited to keeping them, so they may want to question you in turn!

What livestock should you choose for your smallholding? Alan Beat has many years experience with animals. Here is his advice New entrants to smallholding often ask ‘which breed of hens/ducks/sheep/pigs/cattle should we buy?’ Unfortunately, there is no simple answer. It depends on many different factors, not least of which is personal preference. However, I suggest that some commonsense principles can be applied to all types of livestock: • Buy healthy stock from a reliable small-scale source; • Keep them as naturally as possible; • Rotate them regularly to fresh ground; • Avoid overstocking; • Feed and house them properly; • Learn their normal behaviour through regular observation.

Do these simple things and you should have very few problems.

This article examines the first of these principles in more detail.

Preparation Please, please don’t even think about buying your first livestock until you have made adequate preparations. Ensure that field boundaries are stockproof; that sufficient grazing or fodder is available; that appropriate housing and handling facilities are in place and that you have a fair grasp of how to look after them.

Don’t fall into the trap of buying on impulse at a show or sale and think that you can rig something up with baler twine and old pallets ‘just for the time being’ when you get home. Such temporary arrangements are never satisfactory and risk becoming rather more permanent than

intended! It’s far better to plan and prepare in advance.

Personal preference There are many different reasons for keeping livestock, but perhaps the most important is that you take pleasure in doing so.

You’ll be spending a part of every single day in their company, and if that becomes a chore rather than a pleasure, you are not going to succeed with them - it’s as simple as that. So try to acquire some hands-on experience to inform your choice.

Consider enrolling for a short training course covering the livestock that interest you, or offers a general overview to help you focus.Visit established smallholders to learn from their experience, and offer to help with routine tasks that enable contact with the type of stock that interest you.

Handling large livestock can be daunting and may not suit you personally. Keeping geese may seem attractive, but will you cope with an aggressive gander? Milking goats may appeal, but have you ever tried - and can you stand the smell of a billy?

It’s much better to explore such things before you buy, rather than afterwards. A good route to practical experience is through WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms), which enables you to work on smallholdings and farms in exchange for board and lodging; visit www.wwoof.org Another option is to initially let out your grazing to a local smallholder or farmer with the type of stock that interests you.

Useful knowledge and confidence is acquired through regular observation and from

Pedigree Beginners are often advised to buy quality pedigree stock from a reputable prize-winning breeder.

Such breeders play a vital role in maintaining and developing the wide range of livestock breeds that we enjoy today. The rare breeds, in particular, are often suited to a smallholding life and are especially deserving of our support.

However, I strongly suggest that pedigree livestock are not the ideal first purchase for the raw novice.Pedigree strains have been selectively bred over many generations for certain characteristics. The promotion of specific attributes usually comes at the expense of others, and impacts on general qualities such as hardiness, prolificacy and longevity.

As breeds diverge further from the natural form, there is an associated increase in dependence

I recommend visiting the source farm or smallholding before making the decision to purchase.

Never mind if you are a novice common sense is your guide. Ask to see the breeding stock as well as their offspring and look at the conditions in which they are kept.

Animals that are healthy and thriving will be clean, bright-eyed, alert, active and inquisitive, with a shine to their coat - though if pigs have full bellies, they may be contentedly sleeping! Look for a good level of rapport between the vendor and his livestock. Ask plenty of questions; a good breeder will be happy to answer. If not, look elsewhere.

on human care and intervention to maintain health and well-being. To give a simple example, primitive sheep shed their fleece naturally each spring, whereas the more developed breeds require shearing.

To establish the reputation of his or her pedigree stock, the breeder needs to show them and to win prizes; but showing promotes physique and visual appeal over utility attributes, so that prizewinning stock may lack the practical characteristics that most interest the smallholder. To win consistently around the shows against stiff competition requires considerable effort and commitment alongside expert stockmanship.

All this indicates that trying to keep and breed pedigree stock is

not for the fainthearted; nor, I suggest, is it for the novice.

Instead of starting at the top end of the scale, I think the novice is better advised to first gain practical experience with crossbred or commercial stock that are cheaper, hardier and more widely available. When two pure breeds are crossed, the resulting progeny grow faster to a larger ultimate size than either parent; they are also usually healthier, hardier and more prolific breeders.

These characteristics are collectively known as ‘hybrid vigour’. Commercial farming takes advantage of this in various ways, for example, using crossbred ewes to combine the prolificacy of one breed with the heavier lamb carcase of another.

Commercial strains often arise, not from pedigree stock, but from animals with the general characteristics of a breed.

Such livestock may be far removed from any traceable pedigree, but, nevertheless, exhibit the practical attributes of the breed that smallholders value. Both crossbred and commercial stock will exhibit a wider variance than pedigree animals, but uniformity may not necessarily be desirable for the smallholder, in fact, diversity may be a distinct advantage. Both these types of livestock are easier to source and cheaper to buy than pedigree stock. The progression to pedigree stock, if that is the longterm aim, can follow as experience grows.

SOURCING STOCK An important consideration to the smallholder is docility. For example, sheep from the uplands may be as wild as the hills they graze, unused to confinement by fencing and unworkable except with a well-trained dog. Most commercial sheep are also worked with dogs and hence fear humans by association.

However, I suggest that a sheep flock worked without dogs, but instead trained to trust humans and follow a food bucket, is far easier for a novice to manage; so buying your starter flock of tame, buckettrained sheep from a small scale breeder provides a sensible foundation on which to build.

This principle applies across the spectrum; all livestock that are handled regularly, and are relaxed in close human company, are quieter and more easily managed. To give an extreme example, I once bought some weaners (young pigs) from a semi-feral herd that roamed a large acreage without any close human

contact. The owner rigged up a temporary catching pen of wire mesh panels into which the piglets were lured by food and then trapped.

When he approached the pen, the pigs went berserk and ricocheted around at high speed while

attempting to jump straight through the mesh sides - they were terrified. Somehow, we manhandled five squirming piglets into my trailer, although one jumped out again over our shoulders and sprinted away, never to be seen again! Back at our smallholding, all I glimpsed of these pigs for the first fortnight was their

backsides as they ran to hide in their house whenever approached. With patience and a regular feeding routine, they did eventually learn to tolerate my presence, but never allowed themselves to be touched and so remained difficult to move or handle.

Those pigs were completely

Finally, beware of buying at a commercial market. It is so easy to make a bad mistake when you lack experience and, obviously, you can’t inspect the source farm either.

If you really must follow that route, take along someone knowledgeable to advise you, and learn from them.

Writers Alan Beat and his wife Rosie have run a smallholding of 16 acres for more than 20 years.

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Mcgrath Electrical and security for all your Domestic, Industrial Security and Automation needs

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They are friendly, professional and reliable, they cover all aspects of Domestic, Commercial, Agricultural & Industrial installations including all Electrical installations, Fire Alarms, Digital & IP CCTV, Ethernet Networks, Access Control, Gate & Barrier automation & Industrial Automation.

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At mcgrath electrics they undertake all types of industrial electrical & automation installations. They also offer annual maintenance contracts servicing all your electrical & automation systems to the current regulations to enable you to keep operating 24/7. McGrath electrics also carry out electrical peridoc inspections,emergency lighting certifications, fire alarm certifications,All of our electrical and security installations are carried out by quailified electricians with annaul trainning every year on new equipment and regulations.

Gate & barrier automation They specialise in offering the most convenient and customised access control and automatic electrics gates & barriers for any type of application. Their Electric

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Mcgrath electrics carry out electrical and security installations throughout connaught and the midlands covering galway, tuam, mayo, castlebar, sligo, roscommon, clare, athlone, leitrim, They can be contacted on 086 - 8701485

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Fire Season – Is your Forest Insured?

By Marina Conway, Western Forestry Co-op Summer has arrived with the lovely dry hot weather of the past few days, whilst it is very welcome it is also a worry with regard to fire risk and uncontrolled burning. A few dry days can dry out vegetation very quickly and the risk of forest fires increases dramatically. The main causes of forest fires over the past 5 years has been gorse burning, peatland burning, accidental fires and arson. Forest Owners need to be very vigiliant and make sure their forest is insured as they are required by law to replant their forest if it is burnt and one of the largest costs will be the replanting costs.

The Forest Service Forest Fire Danger Rating is currently Orange – High Risk Fire be prepared!

Western Forestry Co-op (established in 1985) manages a group forest insurance scheme. The forest insurance scheme covers replanting costs up to a max of €3000/ha. For example if you planted 8 ha in 2001 and 6 ha of it burnt, it could cost you up to €18,000 to replant that area. If you received a grant and premium from the Forest Service to plant this land and did not replant it, you will be liable to repay all the grants and premiums that you received.

Our forest insurance scheme covers: • Loss of Value (timber revenue) • Reconstitution (replanting costs) • Fire Brigade Charges • Public Liability (optional) For an insurance quote or more information on the Insurance Scheme, please call Sarah on 071-9161458.

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Owen Ruane Plant Hire & Agricultural Contractor Specialist in Erecting Slatted Tanks

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June at the Ballina Arts Centre juniors as special guests. A great night’s entertainment guaranteed at Ballina Arts Centre on Friday, 10th June, at 8pm.

Tickets €10 / €7. Booking essential.

Reach for the Stars Shooting Stars Academy is delighted to present its end of term showcase entitled ‘Reach for the Stars’, on Sunday, 12th June at 3.30pm. This show will include a varied line up of students aged from 3 to 15 years, showcasing their singing, dancing and acting talents. The students have worked very hard to create a very entertaining and dramatic showcase for all the family young and old. A show not to be missed.....

Tickets: Adults €6 / Child €4.

Family Ticket: €16 (2 Adults & 2 Children) Booking essential.

Paper Bloom: Katie Moore It is still not too late to see Katie Moore’s exhibition, entitled Paper Bloom, which is showing at the Ballina Civic Offices. Katie worked with the Jackie Clarke Collection to create new art work, in response to the events of the 1916 Easter Rising. Admission Free. Runs until 25th June The Magic of Disney: Morrison School of Dance Don’t miss some of Ballina’s most talented young dancers in this fun

for all the family show on Saturday, 4th June at 6.30pm.

Morrison School of Dance is proud to have the students of the Ballet school exhibiting their talents.

Tickets: Adults €8 /Children €6 The Lawlor School of Song Showcase The Ballina-based Lawlor School of Song Seniors are proud to announce their end of term showcase. The Concert programme ranges from pop and classical to musical, with Killala

Bloomsday Open Mic Night Calling all poets and prose writers!!! The Ox Mountain Poets and Ballina Arts Centre are offering all aspiring poets and writers a chance to shine on Thursday 16th June, 8pm.

Following the success of the first Open Mic night, this event has been made a regular addition to the Ballina Arts Centre Calendar.

This night writers and performers can get some real experience performing their work. Anybody can just come along on the night and read their work!

Admission Free. All welcome.

The Music in Me On Friday 24th June, at 8pm Ballina Arts Centre will host a wonderful evening of music and drama performed by local singers. It promises to be a wonderful mix of modern and musical theatre music, a true showcase of the best up and coming talent this town has to

offer. Under the direction of Lavinia Gilmartin it’s a night not to be missed.

Tickets: €12. Booking essential.

The Man in the Woman’s Shoes Do not miss this fantastic one man show coming to Ballina Arts Centre on Thursday, 30th June , at 8pm, after sell out shows in London and it’s run in Dublin’s Abbey theatre. It is October 1978, Pope John Paul I is not long dead. Autumn is closing in and Pat Farnon has ‘some business’ to do in town. A charming encounter with an ageing man who has a boundless enthusiasm for life, The Man in the Woman’s Shoes is hilariously funny, tender and at times downright daft. Tickets: €15 / €12. Booking advised.

An Introduction to Life Drawing On Tuesday 31st May, 11am – 1pm the above workshop will be an introduction to the art of life drawing, working with a model.

The workshop, led by local artist and printmaker Val McLoughlin, will include an introduction to the fundamentals of anatomy, as well as looking at line, tone, shape, rhythm, movement and the natural flow of the human form. Paper, pencils and charcoal supplied, but feel free to bring any materials you would like to use.

Admission free. Booking required.

Ballina Arts Centre is open from 10am – 6pm Monday to Saturday.

For further information on all events, contact Ballina Arts Centre, Barrett St., Ballina, Co. Mayo. Tel: 096 73593

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James Foy Auto Service

Fully Licensed for the disposal of end of life vehicles Free Delivery Service to your area

WANTED WANTED WANTED All Trucks Wanted for Breaking & Export

Kiltimagh Road, Knock, Co. Mayo Email: info@kieranwheltonmotors.ie

2012 Citroen C4, 91,0000 miles..................................€12,950

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IDA Industrial Estate, Cleveragh, Sligo Tel: 071-9162531

• Tippers • Mixers • Crane Trucks • Units GOOD PRICES PAID FOR SUITABLE VEHICLES ALL SECONDHAND PARTS AVAILABLE

Call: 087-974 3349 Anytime

Vans, 4x4’s, Trucks Any age, any condition Best Prices Paid Tel: 085-7342021

All Engines Reconditioned Call us today for a competitive quote!

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farmingServices Solving the problem of Mas!!s and High Soma!c Cell Count – Consistently Dose now for BVD, Lepto, Salmonella and IBR – 12 months protec!on Free Back­up Service and Product Our customers are commercial farmers who use our Programmes year a#er year with con!nued results for mas!!s, reduced SCC, scour, BVD, Lepto, IBR, Salmonella, in­ creased fer!lity, and general condi!on.

• No withdrawal of milk during treatments • lower SCC ­ from penalty to bonus prices for milk, • Reduce vets bills • No an!bio!c resistance • Easy to administer • 12 months back­up product & service included with every programme

From €10 a­head a full year’s treatment

“The 3­in­1 BVD Programme has kept me in business”

Donie Aherne, Kilteely, Co Limerick, 80 sucklers, 86 0­1yr & 601­2yr olds.

Licensed by: • DAFM • Irish Medicines Board • Approved by IOFGA

GH Agri Galway Homeopathics, The Mall, Tuam, Co Galway Telephone: Sales: 093-25495 • 087-2602549 (any!me) Email: marke!ng@galwayhomoeopathics.com www.galwayhomoeopathics.com

TULSK-MACHINERY

Ardkeenagh, Tulsk, Co.Roscommon Tel: 086-7919095 haymaker haybob 8 ! flemming roller 5 bag fer"lizer spreader 5 ton muck spreader.

8 ! disc harrow 9 ! disc harrow galvanized chain harrows pz 165 drum mower land-leveler

drum mower 7 ! cut fer"lizer spinner hold 1000kg 7 ! rotovator horse arena leveler 8 bale trailers 1600 gallon slurry spreader 7 ! mulcher / flail mower pz fanex schaker 10 ! slurry injectors

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TULLY FORGE LTD COMPACT CALVING GATE North West Forest Services Ltd situated at Knock, Ballybofey, Co Donegal (five minutes’ drive from Ballybofey) is now a Centre of Education for City and Guilds and QQI FETAC and Go4Skills.

We offer a wide range of Introductory and Accredited Courses • Pesticide Courses, Both QQI (FETAC) & NPTC City and Guilds These pesticide courses will cover anyone wishing to purchase or use pesticides on their land in accordance with EU Law. It is suitable for farmers, self-employed, employed and the general public.

• Includes, Safe Use of Hand Held Applicators, Safe Use of Boom Sprayers and All Over 14 year olds only Terrain Vehicle Operations.

• Chainsaw Operations • Horticultural Machinery • Forestry Machinery • Forestry Skills to include Climbing, Chipper, MEWP, All Utility Arb Courses.

• Manual Handling • First Aid/Occupational First Aid Other Services offered include; • Tree Felling/Surgery • Chipping • Path Laying • Tree Surveys & Inspections • Planting of Trees and Shrubs • Forest Planning • Advice and consultancy • Forest Management & Maintenance • Grant Applications • Spraying & Pest Control

No job too big or too small.

For further information or to apply for a course contact us on 074 9132033 or email info@nwfs.ie.

K&C MULVANEY Ltd.

Dead & Worn out Animals Collection Service Daily Collection in all Areas Telephone: MULVANEYS at:

Livestock Handling Facilities, Concrete Yards & Slabs, Slatted Tanks Retaining Walls/Block Walls Land Drainage and Reclamation Qualty Work Guaranteed Tel: 087-6484244 • Email: cascoj@eircom.net

We also supply feed barriers, dividing gates & sliding doors

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Farm Fencing, Stock Proofing, Post & Rail, Existing Farm Building Repair

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TRACTORS WANTED ALL TYPES OF FORD TRACTORS WANTED 4600 • 5600 • 6600 • 7600 • 4610 • 5610 • 6610

ALSO NEW HOLLAND TRACTORS TS&TSA • SL/SLDP • TM 120 • TM125 • TM130 • 8160 • 8260 • 8360 ALSO MASSEY FERGUSON 130 • 165 • 185 • 188 • 168 • 240 • 265 • 250 • 275 • 290 •550 • 565 • 575 • 590 675 • 690 • 698 • 699 • 365 • 375 • 390 • 398 • 300 • 500 • 600 • 40 Series SL/SLDP Masy Ferguson Balers - 124 • 120/20 John Deere 342 / 550 Class Combines - Dominator & Lexion New Holland Combines - All Models John Deere Combines - 955 • 965 • 975 • 1075 • 1077 • 1178 IN ANY CONDITION RUNNERS / NON RUNNERS • FOR BREAKING / EXPORT OR RESALE • ALL TYPES OF DIGGERS AND TELEPORTERS WANTED • RUNNERS AND NON RUNNERS • ALL TYPES OF ZETOR AND JOHN DEERE TRACTORS

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Mulroy & Sons Farm Machinery based in Bohola Swinford, Co. Mayo, import new and used Farm Machinery from the United Kingdom.

We have a large range of stock that is all reasonably priced and fully serviced.

Contact us Today!!

LARGE SELECTION OF OTHER MACHINERY ALSO AVAILABLE ALL MACHINERY IS IMPORTED FROM UK AND IS FULLY SERVICED OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY - BOHOLA, SWINFORD, CO. MAYO

Call Brendan on: 087-230 7914

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farmingServices ACURATE WEIGHING OF YOUR STOCK IN YOUR OWN YARD

Weighing Scales are nowadays regarded as an essential piece of farm equipment, since they play such an important role in the on-farm decision-making process. By recording the weight of animals, the information can.

• Determine the optimum time to sell stock • Indicate the health status of animals • Determine purchase and sale prices • Establish cut-off mating weights for heifer • Measure each field/paddocks performance • Understand cost per Kg weight gain • Measure feedstuff performance • Prevent wasteful over dosing and under dosing • Know your 0kg% kill out • Meet the weight specification of your buyers

IRISH MADE • 1 YEAR GUARANTEE • 24 HR BACK UP • FREE NATIONWIDE DELIVERY Bonniconlon, Co. Mayo • Tel: 086-3970001 • email: info@dmdmanfacturingltd.com To See our full range including Sheep and Cattle Products visit www.dmdmanufacturingltd.com

DEAD AND WORN-OUT ANIMALS Contact: Tom Rogers Strokestown, Co. Roscommon SAME DAY COLLECTION SERVICE SERVICING LEITRIM & SLIGO FARMERS FOR OVER 20 YEARS

071-9634783 / 9633344

Only Licensed Knackers Yard & Service in NorthWest Lowest Prices and Daily Collection Guaranteed

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URSUS • LANDINI & McCORMICK SALES • SERVICE • SPARE PARTS

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NEW TRACTORS ALWAYS IN STOCK Finance Arranged

Farm Sheds Fabricated & Erected Telephone: 0044-77-46117236

New sheds for sales Box profile, non-drip roof. 4 full sky lights 6 foot side sheeting and all gable sheeting.

1 door opening in center of gable We can make any size of shed to suit your needs just give me a call • All ridge and galvanised gutters supplied with screws • sheds repaired and resheeted • Sliding doors made and hung • Gutters repaired and fitted all power washing done • All ground work and concrete done • All types of block work and plastering done • All types of digger work done

No job too big no job too small! • Keenest Rates

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Available for all your pit silage harvesting requirements for 2016 season, covering Co. Mayo and Co. Sligo.

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Castlerea Co-opertive Livestock Mart Ltd. PROPERTY SERVICES PROVIDERS LICENCE NO: 002249

Cavallo C503 Stainless Steel Spinner Fertilizer Spreader: • 8 cwt capacity • Suitable for fertilizer or salt spreading • 9 metres spreading width • Available in painted versions at lower Price inc. VAT this model €750.00 Painted versions: 5cwt model @ €475.00 6cwt model @ €515 • 8cwt model @ €550 Cavallo 890PXT: • 16 cwt capacity wagtail spreader c/w Stainless Steel Hopper inc. Hydraulic Control Price inc. VAT €2500.00 • 24 cwt capacity wagtail spreader c/w Stainless Steel Hopper inc.

Hydraulic Control Price inc.

VAT €2800.00

THURSDAY WEEKLY: BULLOCKS, HEIFERS, COWS, CALVES AND WEANLINGS. 3 RINGS IN OPERATION. ALL SALES COMMENCE AT 11 A.M. ALL STOCK PRE-BOOKED. YARD OPENS AT 8 A.M. FOR ENQUIRIES CONTACT MART OFFICE OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS. Telephone: 094-9620300 • e-mail: info@castlerealivestockmart.com web: www.castlerealivestockmart.com Property Services Providers Licence No: 002249

Nephin Tractors & Machinery Ltd

TRACTORS WANTED ALL TYPES OF TRACTORS & TRACK MACHINES WANTED

TRACTORS: Massey Ferguson, Ford, Fiat, Zetor, John Deere, Ursus etc in any condition, running or not Track Machines: Hitachi, Komatsu, CAT, Sumitomo, etc

Tel: 087-680-6540

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naturalhealth 9 SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFIT S OF T OMAT OES

The information provided to you on this page is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical advice and it is important that you do not make medical decisions without first consulting your doctor or other healthcare professional.

T

hey’re sweet, juicy, delicious - and they pack a powerful nutritional punch. Here, nine surprising benefits of the simple tomato.

Tomatoes 101 One serving of red, ripe, raw tomatoes (one cup or 150 grams) is a good source of Vitamins A, C, K, folate and potassium. Tomatoes are naturally low in sodium, saturated fat, cholesterol, and calories. Tomatoes also provide thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, magnesium, phosphorus and copper, all of which are necessary for good health.

On top of that, one serving of tomatoes gives you 2 grams of

fiber, which is 7 per cent of the daily recommended amount.

Tomatoes also have a relatively high water content, which makes them a filling food. In general eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, including tomatoes, confers protection against high blood pressure, high cholesterol, strokes, and heart disease.

One tomato packs one powerful punch of nutrition, but there’s much more!

Healthy skin Tomatoes make your skin look great. Beta-carotene, also found in carrots and sweet potatoes, helps protect skin against sun damage.

Tomatoes’ lycopene also makes

skin less sensitive to UV light damage, a leading cause of fine lines and wrinkles.

Strong bones Tomatoes build strong bones.

The vitamin K and calcium in tomatoes are both very good for strengthening and repairing bones.

Lycopene also has been shown to improve bone mass, which is a great way to fight osteoporosis.

Fight cancer Tomatoes are a natural cancer fighter. Lycopene (again!) can reduce the risk of several cancers, including prostate, cervical, mouth, pharynx, throat, esophagus, stomach, colon, rectal, prostate and ovarian cancer.

Tomatoes’ antioxidants (vitamins A and C) fight the free radicals which can cause cell damage.

Balance blood sugar Tomatoes can keep your blood sugar in balance. Tomatoes are a very good source of chromium, which helps to regulate blood sugar.

Protect vision Tomatoes can improve your vision.

The vitamin A that tomatoes provide can improve vision and help prevent night blindness.

Recent research shows that consuming tomatoes may help reduce the risk of macular degeneration, a serious and irreversible eye condition.

Healthy hair Tomatoes will even make your hair look better.The vitamin A found in

tomatoes works to make hair strong and shiny. (Sorry, tomatoes cannot help much with thinning hair — but they will make the hair you have look better!)

Prevent kidney stones and gallstones Tomatoes can help prevent kidney stones and gallstones. Some studies suggest that kidney and gall stones are less likely to form in people who eat tomatoes without the seeds.

Reduce chronic pain Tomatoes can reduce chronic pain.

If you are one of the millions of people who deal with mild to moderate chronic pain (such as from arthritis or back pain), tomatoes may be a pain-buster.

Tomatoes are high in bioflavonoids and carotenoids, which are known anti-inflammatory agents.

Chronic pain often involves chronic inflammation, so attacking the inflammation is a good way to fight the chronic pain. (Many commercial drugs that fight pain are actually anti-inflammatory drugs.)

Lose weight Tomatoes can help you lose weight. If you are on a sensible diet and exercise plan, build lots of tomatoes into your everyday eating.

They make a great snack and can be used to “bulk up” salads, casseroles, sandwiches and other meals. Because tomatoes contain lots of water and fiber, they are

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Easy Ways to Eat More Tomatoes · Add sliced tomatoes to sandwiches — from tuna to turkey · Chop tomatoes in salad (leave them at room temperature, if possible) · Use marinara or tomato sauces (canned, cooked, or homemade) on pasta; this can be big calorie savings when you swap out creamy sauces for tomato-based sauces · Drink tomato juice or vegetable juice with tomatoes · Tomatoes for breakfast? Top scrambled eggs with coarsely chopped tomatoes or add them to a breakfast taco · Eat tomatoes as a mid-afternoon snack (my father used to eat them like an apple — but you can use a knife and fork) · Make a tomato sandwich — this is a sandwich that stars the tomato.

The classic dressing for this sandwich is mayonnaise, but I know some people who like tomatoes and mustard · Add canned or stewed tomatoes to soups and stews, like vegetable soup or beef stew · Serve stewed tomatoes over a baked potato (also great on mashed potatoes) · Make your own salsa with lots of fresh tomato — salsa is a great replacement for high-fat salad dressings as well as being tasty on meats, fish, and eggs.

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• Referral system for private clients to White Oaks Rehabilitation Centre For appointments ring: 087-2879707 OR 074-9723822 • Addiction and General counselling available Afternoon, evening and weekend Email: tabourhouse2004@eircom.net Tabor House, Drimark, Donegal Town appointments available

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REGENCY DRIVEWAYS

• Tarmac & Paving Contractors • Hot Tar • Chippings (Choice of Colour) • Gravel Driveways (Choice of Colour) “Bring back the new look to old tarmac by having it cleaned and resealed with hot liquaseal” All work guaranteed

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TRAILER LOADS OF TURF, FULL AND HALF LOADS COVERED. TEL: 0874475230

SHED STORED DRIED TURF Lorry loads available Tel: 087-1413238

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HOUSE CONTENTS: BOYLE AREA couch/ottoman, matching armchairs, table chairs, washing machine, double bed, 2 single beds, bedclothes, sideboard, coffee tables, wardrobes, lockers, electric heaters, dressing table, chest of drawers, kitchen equipment, etc. all good condition and very reasonable.

Telephone: 0892146666 CAR TRAILER FOR SALE 7ft x 4ft with twin axle, fitted with lights and jockey wheel. Also Three piece suite, burgandy in colour, ideal for rented accomondation. Ballina area.

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by Blacksmith. €20 Enniscrone area.

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For End of Life Cars, Lorries, Trailers, Copper, Farm Machinery, Lead, Stainless Steel, Brass, Cable and Aluminium Collected or Delivered.

Other Services: Skip Hire / Plastic, Cardboard & Paper Recycling / Woodchip / Biomass Fuel / Waste Wood

General Hardware, Sliding Door Gear, uPvc Door & Window Fittings, Kitchen & Bedroom accessories Fitting Service Available

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We provide full ball stop solutions to a range of clubs schools, colleges, soccer , golf, rugby clubs, and all other areas where high netting is required, in retractable or stationary forms.

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• Traditional Tin Smiths • Copper • Aluminium • Zinc • Stainless Steel • Lead • Titanium • Natural Slate • Ornamentation

GG Roofing, The Grove, Kilmovee, Co. Mayo 087 2437259/094 Boyle,Phone: Co. Roscommon Telephone:9649296 071-9670010 Email: info@ggroofing.ie www.pureflowers.ie Email Us: info@pureflowers.ie••www.ggroofing.ie

Bouncy Castles, Inflatable Games, Rodeo Bull, Themed Events • Marquee & Party Hire • Wedding parties & Special Events We cover them all! Professional marquees all sizes including flooring, lighting, carpets, tables & chairs, heaters etc. tailored to your requirements.

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For a professional service in planning applications for: Private houses, extensions (any size), small scale commercial, also cottage renovations etc. Timber frame and low energy dwellings a special interest.

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• Road Transport • Goods Freight • Bulk Cement haulage contractor • Waste Aggregate transport and excavation Tel: 087-2361865

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All forms of cladding & roofing in tradition standing seam and batten roll in Copper, Zinc, Aluminium Stainless steel and Lead Sheet.

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Tom Vesey Precast Concrete IRISH AGRÉMENT BOARD

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BUILDING PRODUCT CERTIFICATION

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For Quality And Keenest Prices in Connaught, deliveries to all areas!

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• Industrial & Residential Gates • Roller Doors • Gate Automation & Repairs • General Engineering Railings - Gates & Ornate Items designed & made to order.

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SLIGO SPORTS MAY EDITION

BUILDING

Remodels Extensions Maintenance C2 Reg • Insured • 30 years experience

June 2016, ISSUE 5, VOLUME 2

The misunderstanding that drives someone to cheat

Richard Pugh Horses are his life, his passion, his hobby, his industry.

GLOBAL WELLNESS DAY

ONE DAY CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE

Tom 0876786275

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

FREE QUOTATION

CALL US NOW ON 087-1421414

Gilroy Glass Ltd Double for Ballymote Celtic

Northwest MTB Club Masters in Wicklow

J24 Northern Championships 2016

Taken directly off the price

WE ONLY USE GENUINE ECO BEAD BY KINGSPAN

Sligo GAA announce Day at the Races

Innisfree Wheelers Bike for Life 2016

Mixed Doubles at Ulster Tournament

Building Contractors

NEW GRANT PACKAGE €920

SWC Complete The Channel Challenge

All Stars U12’s Take Part in Torraine Sears Memorial

• Running • Cycling • Hill Walking • Kayaking • Basketball • Archery • Mountain Biking • Equine Events • Boxing • Hiking • Rallying • Karate • Surfing • Fishing • Shooting • Handball • Sailing • Workouts • Tennis • Horse Racing • Canine Agility • and much more!

NOW AVAILABLE IN ALL GOOD NEWSAGENTS!

Hazelwood Rd, Sligo

• Manufacturers of double glazed units to trade and retail

• •1414tonne tonne machine machine hire tonne • •1818tonne tractor tractor and anddump dump trailer trailerhire hire ••All Allground ground works works

• Replace your existing double glazed units with energy efficient units

••Land Land Reclamation Reclamation

•Complete glazing service

Call: 087-7408907 Call:

• Stockists of all types of glass • Glass cut while you wait

Tel: 071-9145400 Fax: 071-9140132 Mobile: 087-2341 985

MAKERS, SUPPLIERS & FITTERS MACE MIDDLE, CLAREMORRIS.

www.mcganns.com

Corballa, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo

INSTALLERS OF INSULATION SEAI Approved Installers CAVITY • Spray Foam Insulation WALL & • Cavity Wall Insulation ATTIC • Attic Insulation INSULATION • Industrial Spray Insulation Corballa, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo Contact: Noel on 087 744 5555 Gerry on 087 352 1327 or 096 74980 email: noel@brusnaenergysolutions.com web: www.brusnaenergysolutions.com

• 1st and 2nd Fix • Kitchens • Flooring • Roofing • Decking • Wardrobes • A!c Conversions For all your carpentry needs at keen rates

SKIP HIRE Septic Tank Emptying Frank Gallagher, O’Connell Street, Ballymote, Co. Sligo

We also fit Tanks, Percolation Areas, Polishing filters, Pumps etc

Tel: 071-9197777 / 087-2311754 Waste Permit No. wwcpo-12-11041

North West Windows Prop. Kevin Burns Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh

Suppliers & Installers of uPVC Windows & Doors White, Wood Grain and Light Oak Finish All Windows Internally Glazed Tel: 087-2443903 After 6pm Tel: 048-66386525

A full listing of products and rates are available on request

• Angles • Beading • Centre Pieces • Corbels • Corner Pieces • Cornices • Dado Rails • Niches • Plaques

TELEPHONE: 094-9388208 MOBILE: 087-2503184

THIS YEARS NEW SEASON TURF SOLD IN TRUCK LORRY LOADS

Various Loads & Sizes Delivery throughout Connacht Great offers on second loads Contact Eamon on 087-1413238 for a friendly, reliable service

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BUILDING

CHIMNEYS

Mini Digger / JCB For Hire With Driver

Also Groundworks & Shed Cleaning • All Ground work • Lawn Preperation • Shed Cleaning • 7 1/2 Tonne Lorry • House & Garden Clearance

Domestic & Commercial Roofing Waldron Roofing & Cladding are an established roofing & cladding company based in Co. Roscommon and providing roofing and cladding, as well as a range of related roofing services including guttering, cladding, soffits, fascias and drains.

• New roofs • Re-roofing & re-lining • Gutters & valleys • Tile & slate effect sheeting • Asbestos removal & disposal We provide a reliable & professional service covering all counties of Ireland.

Call for a FREE QUOTE: 094-9860787 087-2565015 • www.waldronroofing.ie

KEEN RATES OFFERED MAYO • ROSCOMMON • SLIGO Tel: 087-3239307

PATRICK MAXWELL

LG GLASS

& GLAZING

Westport Road, Castlebar

Tel: 094-9022000 www.lg-glass.ie

Painting & Decorating Contractor • Domestic, Commercial & Industrial • Wallpaper hanging • Power Washing • Interior & exterior walls • Woodwork

Achonry, Tubbercurry, Co Sligo Tel: 071-9184296 • Mobile: 087-2360368

Thermal Imaging Smoke Testing Draught Testing Problem Solving CCTV Chimney Inspections

Re-lining Re-building Stove Installation Twin wall flue specialists insurance claims processed

Tel: 087-6196013 / 085-1248560 Email: info@ballinachimneys.ie

BUILDING

• Rapid Repair Service • Decorative Mirrors • Glass Shower Units • Coloured Glass • Internal Doors • Glass Stairs & Balustrade

Aluminium & PVC Repairs To windows, doors and patio doors

Expert patio door repairs!

• Rollers • Tracks • Hinges • Door Realignment • Locks • Multilocking systems etc Over 20 years experience servicing Irish windows and doors. Fully insured GLASS PARTS ETC REPLACED Brendan Gormley: 071-9183860 / 087-2562669

www.fuchsialandscapes.com

Fetac & NPTC Certified Fully Insured

Tel: 087-7590677 • Mayo: 094-9014053 Galway 091-423740 • Meath 045-810096

Contact 071-9154538 for details of our excellent rates

Fully Insured and Free Quotes

GARDENING AND SHEDS

• Garden Design • Remodelling & Landscaping • Maintenance Contracts • Domestic & Commercial • Tree Surgery & more

Advertise Here!

WHEELIE BIN SERVICE SKIP HIRE (All Sizes)

096-32500 www.loftusrecycling.com

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MULTIPURPOSE GARDEN SHEDS & GARAGES

All the main supports of our garages are constructed of heavy duty box section steel for strength and durability and are hot dipped galvanised for longer Life.

Our Units are built to withstand the harshest weather conditions.The sheeting is hot dipped galvanised and pvc coated to the colour of your choice.

“You tell us the size you want and we will price on that exact size” Sheds delivered & Erected Nationwide For no extra cost

SPECIAL OFFERS

3M X 3M (10’ X 10’)...............................................€850 2M X 2M (7’ X 7’)...................................................€750 2.5M X 1.8M (8’ X 6’)...................................€450 6M X 9M (20’ X 30’).............................................€3900 CALL US TODAY FOR MORE SPECIALS!

Contact: Ray Lynch Corlis, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Phone: 086!8943034 or 094!9621938 AGENTS REQUIRED

Ballymagan, Buncrana, Co Donegal

DEVANEY The complete plumbing & heating Service.

Tel: 071 9168046 Mob: 087 2903690

Design online www.glencargates.com Call Brendan 087-6674488

• Wrought Iron Gates, Railings, Staircases & Balconies • Gate Automation for New and Existing Gates • Domestic and Commercial • All made to Order • Garden Furniture

086 731 2801

Tel: 091-797891 • Mobile: 087-6371144 E: jobengr@eircom.net www.obengineering.com Turloughmore, Co. Galway

Contact our Friendly Sales team on 071-9154538 for details of our excellent advertising deals

DESIGN YOUR OWN GATES

Union Wood Road, Ballisodare Can Deliver Bulk Loads Call us on 087­9756455 or 087­2495739

GERARD

Your Advert Here!

R0815

• 25 Litre Sealed Bags €2.50 each or 5 Bags for €10 • Cubic Metre Sacks Compost / Veggie Mix • Fine Grade Compost €5 per Bag

PLUMBING AND HEATING

All types of work undertaken Fully insured for all dangerous tree removal Tracked Wood Chipper for hire TRacked Cherry Picker and Dumpers available

Tel: 086-8042607 or 074-9362646

Pure Organic Compost ­ Ideal Soil Enricher

R0815

Northern Tree Service

COMPOST FOR SALE

Furniture recovering and restoration including covering of chairs, 3 piece suites, headboards, car seats and boat seats. Hotel and Bar seating, Office furniture and other Contract / Commercial furniture. Repair of sails, tents and other outdoor gear for sports and leisure. We provide a service of Colour consultancy and Interior advice.

We retail upholstery fabrics and essentials. Collection and delivery can be arranged at a small fee, depending on distance.

Boradruma, Snugboro, Castlebar • Tel: 094 9023532 / 086 8350608 Open Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm • Visit us online at www.boradrumaupholstery.ie

TERRYS STOVES www.terrysstoves.com

• Free Survey available • Solid Fuel Stoves • Gas Fires

people with energy

When buying a stove you need good information on the wide range that is available I will help you get the product that best suits your needs.

Buy Once! Buy Right!

Phone: 087‐2066910 or 071‐9197925

NEW SHOWROOM • NEW STOCK SAME GREAT VALUE

OPEN MON-SAT 9.30-6 and SUNDAYS & BANK HOLS 2-6

3 Piece Suites • Beds & Mattresses • Rugs & Pictures • Tables & Chairs • Flooring SCRAP METAL

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No.1in the No.2 Business...

• Domestic Drain Cleaning • Emergency Service Call Out • Commercial Drain Cleaning • Man Hole Covers Replaced • Odours Investigated • High Velocity Water Jetting • Annual Maintenance Contracts • CCTV Drain Inspection

• Septic Tank Cleaning

Bonniconlon Road, Ballina Wastewater Treatment Systems

email: wimsey@eircom.net

Contact Damien: 087 297 4842 or 071 916 8086

M.D.S

24 Hr Emergency Service 365 Days

Maintenance & Drainage • Sewer Pipe, Drain & Gully Cleaning • Septic Tanks & Grease Traps Cleaned • Toilets, Baths, Sinks - Odours Investigated • CCTV Pipe Surveying - Pipe Laying & Repair • Manhole Covers Replaced FREE ESTIMATES - C2 REG - FULLY INSURED For fast efficient service call your local engineer on:

IN THE BUSINESS FOR OVER 25 YEARS

SLIGO / LEITRIM 086-8106029 MAYO / GALWAY 086-8177634 ROSCOMMON / ATHLONE 086-3946395 Office: 096-29986 / Fax: 096-45223

K&M Engineering • Engine Reconditioner • Large Stock of Pistons and Liners • Gasket, Bearings • Oil Pumps, water pumps • Crank Grinding, Reboring • Head Ovehaul • Pump & Injectors Repaired • Commonrail injector Service • Heads & Block Machined • Fly Wheel machining • V-Belts, Ball and Taper Rollerbarings • Motorcycle Cylinders Bored & Honed • Perkins Short engines

• Honda 50 Spare Parts • Agent for Perkins Engines & Co cumrnins Parts • Tractor Parts & Panels • Spark Plugs & Heater Plugs • Spare Parts For Lister and Pettey Engines • Veteran & Classic engine parts incl. car & tractor.

• New starter motors, alternators & dynamos

• Pre Cast Sep!c Tanks / Supplied & Fi"ed • Sep!c Tank Upgrading • Pump Sta!ons for Domes!c & Commercial use • Over 20 Years Experience • Service and Repairs to most models of Treatment System • All Groundwork Services / Machine Hire / Dumper Hire • Covering the North West

• Water Analysis • Water Filtration • Water Softening • Well Drilling • Pump Supplied and Fitted • Rain Water Collection & Purification • Sewage Treatment Systems

Michael 087-276-7003 / Aidan: 087-6694186 Email: Michaelegan1@eircom.net

CHRISTY CONNOLLY RECOVERY CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON • E: connollychristy@eircom.net TEL: 094-9620793 • MOB: 086-2505325 / 087-2505325 APPROVED RECYCLERS OF END OF LIFE VEHICLES DESTRUCTION CERTS ISSUED 24/7 RECOVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE CAR SALES & SERVICE

Ballina Road, Tubbercurry • PJ: 087-4113008

SELF DRIVE CARE HIRE AVAILABLE

MJ Healy FENCING & AGRI SERVICES LTD

Michael O’ Connell Tractors Sales And Service Caraun, Claregalway, Co. Galway

SPECIALISING IN SPARE PARTS FOR ALL MAKES OF TRACTORS

Email: waterteck@eircom.net Website: www.waterteck.com Phone: 086-8072249 071-9658976

AHERN STONE Specialists in Guillotined & Loose Stone • Washed Stone • Crushed Stone • Block laying • Brick laying •Groundworks

LIOSBAN TUAM ROAD, GALWAY TEL: 086-0896484

- Joe Nolan -

FENCING

Large Stock Of All Makes Of Tractors For Sale Fencing Specialising in: • Agricultural Fencing • Residential Fencing (Electric) • Palisade / Welded Mesh All AEOS and Sheep Grant Approved Hedgecutting First class hedgecutting service available with Flail hedgecutter for contract hedgecutting, roadways and field hedges.

No Job too big or small • Free Quotation Tel: 086-6010889 • Email: michaelhealy14@yahoo.ie

Specialising In Deutz, Same,Lamborghini And Hurlimann Tractor Parts And Repair

Service And Repair To All Makes Of Tractors Carried Out. Collection And Delivery Service Available

Contact Numbers: 086 252 9314 • 091 799 116

• Fencing Supplied and Erected • Site Fencing Post & Rail • R.E.P’s • Forestry Fencing Free Quotations Call: 086-0721611 • Kiltulla, Athenry, Galway

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