Roscommon Ploughing Association

08/06/2026

💙 MEN'S HEALTH WEEK 2026 – REVIVE & THRIVE 💙

The members of the Kiltoom / Cam / Lecarrow Men's Shed, in partnership with Lough Ree Men's Shed, the HSE, and other local community supports, are delighted to invite men from across Roscommon and the surrounding areas to a special Men's Health Week event focused on health, wellbeing, connection and community.

📅 Friday, 19th June 2026
🕖 7:00pm – 9:00pm
📍 St Brigid's GAA Clubhouse, Kiltoom, Co. Roscommon (N37 WK60)

This free event will bring together health professionals, community organisations and local supports to provide practical advice, information and encouragement for men of all ages.

Guest Speakers:
• Damien McDonnell – Pharmacist
• Simon Greene – Physiotherapist
• Dr Padraig Collins – Principal Psychologist

There will also be:
✅ Free Health Checks
✅ Information Stands
✅ Opportunities to Meet and Connect with Others
✅ A Relaxed and Welcoming Environment

Whether you come along for the health information, the speakers, or simply for a chat and a cup of tea, you will be made very welcome.

At the Men's Shed, we believe that good health starts with conversation, connection and taking small positive steps. As the saying goes:

"One step at a time – progress, not perfection."

Please like, share and help us spread the word throughout the community.

All men welcome.

06/06/2026

🎉 Tonight's the Night! 🎉

Just a friendly reminder that the Roscommon Ploughing Association Awards & Presentation Night takes place this evening at Castlecoote Lodge (Layden's), starting at 9.00pm.

We look forward to celebrating our county winners and those who have qualified for the All-Ireland Championships, while also taking the opportunity to thank everyone who helped make this year's County Championship such a success.

There will be live music, refreshments, and plenty of opportunity to catch up with friends from across the ploughing community.

Everyone is very welcome – we look forward to seeing you there for what promises to be a great night of celebration.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the Roscommon County Ploughing Championship 2026 and helped make the event such a success. We greatly appreciate the support of our local community, volunteers, stewards, exhibitors, sponsors, businesses, and everyone who contributed in any way.

Now we look forward to celebrating our winners and qualifiers at the Roscommon Ploughing Association Awards & Presentation Night.

📍 Castlecoote Lodge (Layden's)
📅 Saturday, 6th June 2026
🕘 9.00pm

Presentations will be made to County Roscommon winners and those progressing to the All-Ireland Championships.

Live music and refreshments on the night.

All are welcome – we look forward to seeing you there.

28/05/2026

📅 Save the Date 📅

Join us for the Roscommon Ploughing Association Awards & Presentation Night on Saturday, June 6th at 9pm in Castlecoote Lodge (Leyden’s).

It promises to be a wonderful evening celebrating the achievements, hard work, and support of everyone involved throughout the year. We look forward to seeing friends, competitors, supporters, and members there for a great night together.

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Roscommon Ploughing Association wishes to thank everyone who supported the 2026 County Ploughing Championships, held on the Hanley family farm, Fuerty. The Association greatly appreciates the support, sponsorship, voluntary effort and goodwill received from the local community, businesses, stewards

28/05/2026

Delighted that Roscommon Ploughing Association was represented at the Roscommon Public Participation Network (PPN) Plenary & Community Networking Event by Treasurer Martina Beirne and PRO Dylan Beirne.

The evening provided a valuable opportunity to engage with community groups, meet informally with representatives from Roscommon County Council and sectoral groups, and learn more about community funding, safety and resilience initiatives across the county.

As Director of the National Ploughing Association and Treasurer of Roscommon Ploughing Association, Martina welcomed the opportunity to connect with some of the 500+ PPN network members and explore how community groups and organisations could potentially showcase or demonstrate at future Roscommon Ploughing Championships, continuing to promote Roscommon as a vibrant county to live, work and volunteer in.

Congratulations to Roscommon PPN on reaching the milestone of 500+ network members. 👏

28/05/2026

👏 Roscommon farmers are being invited to take advantage of some upcoming farm plastics safe disposal days being held at IFFPG Bring Centres.

📍 The IFFPG (Irish Farm Film Producers Group Ltd.) is Ireland’s only approved farm plastics recycling compliance scheme. It is responsible for providing an efficient and cost effective farm plastics recycling service to farmers nationwide.

📌 Collection dates for June & July
• Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon Showgrounds 4th June (9am -2pm)
• Ballinasloe Mart 24th June
• Ballyforan Lumber Yard 1st July
• Ballyleague GAA 3rd July
• Castlerea Mart 8th/9th July
• Elphin Mart 11th July

Remember to bring your 6-Digit Label Code

For more information go to Farm Plastics Recycling https://ow.ly/Kh3z50VKwcj

26/05/2026

Roscommon Ploughing Association extends its very best wishes to all students preparing to sit their State Examinations in the coming weeks.

With over 140,000 students across Ireland undertaking Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate examinations this year, we recognise the dedication, commitment and hard work that has brought them to this important stage.

Within our own communities, many of our members, families and friends have young people taking these exams. As an organisation built around community, support and future generations, we want every student to know that they have our encouragement and support.

Examinations are an important milestone, but they are only one step in life’s journey. Have confidence in your abilities, believe in yourselves and remember that your value and potential extend far beyond any examination result.

Our young people are the future of our communities, organisations and rural Ireland, and we are proud to stand behind and support them.

We wish every student the very best of luck, good health and happiness in the weeks ahead.

— Roscommon Ploughing Association

The Irish Examiner is reporting that some AI-powered platforms are targeting Irish students, offering instant essay grading and exam practice too.

25/05/2026

As a Ploughing Association, we are proud to support and help promote National Tractor Safety Week.

Farm safety is everyone’s responsibility, and tractors remain one of the leading causes of fatal accidents on Irish farms. Taking just a few minutes each day to carry out simple checks and plan tasks safely can make a real difference.

We encourage all farmers, contractors, and families to follow the important safety messages being shared throughout the week by FBD Insurance and to keep safety at the heart of every job on the farm.

Stay safe. Look out for one another. Every journey and every task matters.

National Tractor Safety Week kicks off today on Monday, 25 May. 🚜
Over the coming days, we’ll be sharing 5 key topics to help keep you, your family, and your farm safer.
Tractors remain the leading cause of fatal farm accidents in Ireland, but small, consistent checks can make a big difference. This week, we’re encouraging farmers and contractors to take just 10 minutes a day to check vehicles, spot risks, and plan tasks safely.
Stay tuned as we break this down into simple, practical steps each day.

25/05/2026

Delighted to see the upcoming Roscommon Public Participation Network (PPN) Plenary & Community Networking Event taking place in The Abbey Hotel on Wednesday 27th May.

As new members of the Roscommon PPN, Roscommon Ploughing Association is looking forward to connecting with groups and organisations from across the county, learning more about the supports and funding opportunities available, and being part of conversations around building stronger and more sustainable communities.

It promises to be a very informative and worthwhile evening.

📣 PPN Plenary Announcement
Roscommon Public Participation Network (PPN) will be hosting their Summer Plenary Meeting & Community Networking Event on
🗓️ Wednesday 27th May
⏰ 7.30-9pm
📍 Abbey Hotel, Roscommon Town.
👉The theme of May's plenary is “Building Sustainable Communities Together” and will also include the following

🔹An evening of Updates, Discussion and Engagement
🔹Panel Discussion on Community Funding, Safety and Resilience
🔹Roundtable Discussion/Have Your Say
🔹Community Climate Action Funding Spotlight & Presentation

👉The bi-annual gathering provides an invaluable opportunity for community groups to come together, foster connections, and expand their knowledge.
👉Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the latest funding and supports available, gain valuable insights into PPN activities and actively contribute to shaping the network’s remaining workplan for 2026.
🤝 The event is a valuable opportunity to connect, exchange insights, and access resources designed to strengthen community initiatives.
📎How to Register for this Event?
Attendees are kindly asked to register in advance and you can book your place by clicking on the Event Registration link below, by emailing [email protected] or by calling/texting 0860478616.
Event Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/erjkz82a

fans Roscommon County Council

25/05/2026

A very important WRC ruling that every organisation, committee, voluntary body and employer in Ireland should pay attention to.

A worker has been awarded over €44,000 following a protected disclosure connected to concerns raised about workplace CCTV and consultation procedures.

The WRC found:
“The complainant was penalised for making a protected disclosure and the complaint is well-founded.”

The published case highlights issues around:
• CCTV and GDPR compliance
• Consultation and transparency
• Fair procedures
• How concerns raised by individuals are handled within organisations

Internal messages shown during the case included references to the employee as:
“a negative virus that stirs sh*t always.”

The WRC decision later found the worker had been penalised after raising concerns.

This ruling should act as a reminder to all organisations, boards, committees and voluntary associations that CCTV, digital imagery and surveillance-related matters require careful handling and proper governance.

Organisations should ensure there is:
• a clear lawful basis,
• proper transparency,
• fair procedures,
• appropriate consultation,
• and compliance with GDPR and Data Protection obligations.

It also highlights the importance of good governance practices, including:
• keeping directors and committee members properly informed,
• handling concerns appropriately,
• and ensuring procedures are followed fairly and consistently.

Protected Disclosures legislation exists to protect people who raise genuine concerns in good faith.

This post relates to the published WRC decision below reported by RTÉ and other media outlets.

Ignoring governance, data protection and fair procedure obligations can create very serious difficulties for organisations.

A worker who was called a "negative virus" by his manager and had his hours cut when he objected to CCTV being installed at his workplace without consultation has won €40,000 for whistleblower penalisation.

23/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the Roscommon County Ploughing Championship 2026 and helped make the event such a success. We greatly appreciate the support of our local community, volunteers, stewards, exhibitors, sponsors, businesses, and everyone who contributed in any way.

Now we look forward to celebrating our winners and qualifiers at the Roscommon Ploughing Association Awards & Presentation Night.

📍 Castlecoote Lodge (Layden's)
📅 Saturday, 6th June 2026
🕘 9.00pm

Presentations will be made to County Roscommon winners and those progressing to the All-Ireland Championships.

Live music and refreshments on the night.

All are welcome – we look forward to seeing you there.