Agri-Business
The flat rate scheme "must remain simple, fair and fit for purpose", the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society has said.
Tillage
The IGGG has said tillage farmers 'cannot be expected' to take on the risk of producing malting barley 'without meaningful financial reward'.
Machinery
One fifth of all Krone BiG M's - the self-propelled mower conditioners - manufactured each year come to Ireland, according to Farmhand.
The government is being urged to to address a "VAT anomaly" that "financially penalises" non-VAT registered farmers selling livestock through marts.
Environment
Teagasc has signed up to the EU's Soil Mission Manifesto, a European Commission initiative to protect and improve soil health in the EU.
N.Ireland
A new survey is asking Farmers to share their experience in an attempt to improve farm safety in Northern Ireland
Rural Life
The inconsistent approach to rural housing policy will come to an end once new planning guidelines are published, Minister John Cummins said.
Agri Politics
The government was warned that significant reduction in CAP budget would have “devastating consequences” for farm families.
Organic Farming
Kay O’Sullivan from Co. Cork, has won the Best Female Organic Farmer award at the 2026 EU Organic Awards today in Brussels.
Lakeland Dairies has announced that applications are now open for its 2027 Graduate Programme, while also welcoming a new crop of graduates.
The droughts and fires across Europe this summer led many to ask how farmers and vets can be better prepared for climate change.
Bluetongue
Farmers across Northern Ireland are urged to be aware of the threat of bluetongue virus (BTV).
Gardaí are appealing for information following the theft of two batteries from a tractor in Co. Donegal at the weekend.
Irish farmers are being advised to prepare for more frequent droughts in the coming years due to climate change, according to a new study.
Dairy
Crowds gathered at Mid Tipperary Co-Operative Livestock Mart in Thurles, Co. Tipperary for the annual Cream of Fleckvieh Sale.
Beef
Carnaross Mart in Co. Meath is set to host a dispersal sale of a well-known Co. Meath suckler herd this Friday (September 25) at 7:00pm.
Receiving a world premiere at EIMA 2024, the Landini Smart Cab has now come to Ireland, but what can people expect from it?
Agriculture and rural areas are considered important for Europe's future by 95% of Europeans, while 93% say a stable food supply is crucial.
Water Quality
Farmers, advisers and agri-industry stakeholders gathered at David Redhouse's Newgrange Farm in Co. Meath for a water quality evemt.
ABP Food Group is celebrating a strong performance at the 2026 Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards (IQFDA), with 25 medals across the night.
The European dairy market needs a framework that "prevents crises and enables dairy farmers to earn an adequate income".
Uruguay has successfully retained its eligibility to export beef to the EU, following an audit by European Commission officials.
Public perception of Irish dairy is "moving in the right direction" but more work is needed, the National Dairy Council (NDC) CEO said.
There is a total disconnect between grassroots farming families in Northern Ireland and DAERA officials, says Diane Armstrong.
Two Irish agri-manufacturing brands have been invited to speak at Eurotier, a livestock trading show that will take place in Germany.
It seems that significant numbers of tillage farmers are actively drilling crops of winter barley and winter wheat.
Ireland will host a European-wide conference on organic farming next month in Cork. The event will take place from October 6-8.
Eoin Lynch shares his insights on the challenges faced by farmers in 2026, including weather...
Northern Ireland’s pilot Protein Crop Scheme will be extended to the end of 2027, Minister Andrew Muir announced today.
A new Irish-led study has highlighted the potential for wetlands farming.
Teagasc's annual series of seven 'Transferring the Family Farm' clinics for 2026 will take place next month.
loy digging
Loy digging is an art form with a history stretching back many decades, pre-dating the use of the plough within Irish agriculture.
