From top: Two lambs in Ballybricken Co Limerick, by Daniel McGuire; Ken Walsh in Raheenduff, Oulart, Co Wexford, by Karen Walsh; the McCarthy family at the bog in Kenmare, Co Kerry, by Mary O’Leary; picture of a cow on a hay bale by Brid Crampton [undisclosed location]; and Michael Coogan in Killerig, Co Carlow, by Martin Coogan

Aisling Hussey, of Farmers Journal, writes:

“Fourteen photos have been selected as finalists in our #flattothemat photo competition.

“From days at the bog in Kerry to baling in Co Kildare, this year’s summer photo competition offers a glimpse into the lives of farmers during the busiest time of the year.”

Vote for your favourite summer photo (Farmers’ Journal)

Thanks Aisling