'Miserable' livestock and sodden ground
The Island's farmers have been presented with some major headaches by the wet autumn and winter we've been having.
Yields were down at harvest, the ground is saturated and livestock have spent much more time inside.
Manx Radio Countryside presenter Kirree Kermode farms with her family at Orrisdale near Ballasalla.
She says it's been a tough time:
Reopening of Martin Ward delayed following further safety checks
Further environmental concerns identified during checks, extending temporary closure beyond initial four-week estimate
Major reservoir projects completed on time and on budget
Manx Utilities gives update on Cringle and Clypse projects
Law Society responds to 'anecdotal' reports of conveyancing log-jam
Reported increase in local demand and rise in people off-Island seeking properties
Repair scheme an 'antidote to throwaway culture'
ECAS launches initiative to upcycle unwanted items
