Agri-Business
'Investing in renewable energy can help farmers to diversify their income'
Wind has become the main source of renewable energy production in Ireland, increasing from less than 1% of total primary...
Irish Farm Report 2019
Agri-Business
'Pensions help with planning, investment and debt management'
There is a lot of security to be gained by having a pension plan in place, a senior financial advisor...
Agri-Business
'It's important to take out a pension, make a will and put a succession plan in place'
These days there are pensions available to suit every farmer’s needs. Policies are tailored to suit the client and the...
Agri-Business
Succession plan: What are the tax implications?
Given that average farm value is potentially €740,000, it is important farmers take the first steps to formalising their succession...
Agri-Business
86% of Irish farmers have no succession plan in place
Every farmer should have a succession plan. Regardless of age or whether the farm is viable or not, having a...
Agri-Business
'Massive demand for pork on international market due to ASF outbreak'
Following 18 months of poor pig prices it appears a massive rebound is occurring and, at present, pig farms have...
Agri-Business
New farm report points to 'low investment' in sheep sector
The Sheep Welfare Scheme that was introduced in 2016 and due to run to 2020 has improved profitability and increased...