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Hay fever sufferers are being warned to watch out as the pollen count starts to increase with the warmer weather this May.

As rainfall continues to intensify at a local level this week, the Save Our Shannon Organisation (SOSO) has expressed vast concerns regarding the rising water levels and the detrimental impact flooding continues to have in the Callows region.

The chorizo stuffing and the spice mix give this classic roast chicken a flavour-packed punch, making it ideal for a weekend family dinner or any special occasion.

This National Fish Week (February 15-21 inclusive) Donegal Catch is encouraging Irish households across the country to eat more fish by sharing some easy and tasty recipes for all the family to enjoy.

The hay fever season arrived with a vengeance this summer. Many people in Ireland suffer from hay fever without knowing it. People often think that they have a cold which will not go away, but in actual fact they have hay fever. Common questions asked at Evergreen are: “What is hay fever?” “What causes it?” and “What is the difference between hay fever and a viral infection like a cold or flu?”

One in five Irish adults claim to suffer from hay fever, while more than one in four say they do not know how to alleviate their symptoms.

This week's spell of sunshine has led to a flurry of farmers cutting grass in anticipation of making bales of silage and hay. People may have noticed fields around Galway featuring a new bright colour in the form of a more feminine pink wrap on the round bales. If so, commend the farmer for supporting a clever new initiative called 'Wrap it Pink'.

Despite fodder being transported into Ireland from Britain and France, the fodder transport scheme must be extended for as long as it is required as the crisis continues to hit farmers hard.

Neven Maguire will join local food producers for a night of cooking at Mullingar Park Hotel this Wednesday night, February 6 in aid of the Loreto College’s refurbishment fund.

Shane McEntee, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with responsibility for Food, Horticulture, and Food Safety has announced two Kilkenny winners of the National Organic Awards 2011 at an awards ceremony in Bord Bia.