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The intelligent cow

Dr Jeremy A. Dorman April, 2026

I often talk to cows; where I live, there isn’t much else to talk to. They can look so miserable, standing in muddy fields, soaked by the pouring rain and battered by the wind. But then, on a sunny day, chewing the cud, they seem quite content. They stare back at […]

The search for copper in West Cork

Fiona Hayes April, 2026

In the early 19th century copper mining was prevalent across West Cork with miners brought in from Cornwall in the early part of the century to supplement the workforce. While back then landowners owned the mineral rights below the surface of their land and no government licence was needed to […]

The West Cork Bird Race 2026

WCP Staff April, 2026

By Dave Rees and Nicholas Mitchell The West Cork Branch held the inaugural first bird race on January 29, 2017. Apparently there had been a bird race in earlier years but no records exist. Our Chair at the time, Paul Connaughton, felt that this would be a great opportunity to […]

How banks think

WCP Staff April, 2026

Mortages by Liam O’Brien Applying for a mortgage as a first-time buyer is a daunting task, so it’s no surprise that many potential borrowers turn to the internet (and increasingly AI apps such as Chat GPT or Google Gemini) for advice before speaking with a bank or broker. Generally speaking, […]

The importance of community in farming

WCP Staff April, 2026

Farming in West Cork by Cadhla Ó Conchobhair I’m writing this in the final throes of March heading into April and down to the last five cows left to calve: The cows are out day and night. With no vet calls all season, the relief of not having to clean […]

Navigating a changing business landscape

WCP Staff April, 2026

Think Business by Naomi Fein Growing up, I was part of an orienteering youth group, where I learned that when you’re unsure if you’re on the right track, the first thing to do is stop. Look around, identify landmarks, and climb the nearest hill to get a better viewpoint. Find […]

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