Agri-Business
Farmers invited to take part in Ifac Farm Survey
Ifac has invited farmers across Ireland to take part in its annual Farm Survey, which aims to gather insights on...
Irish Farm Report 2022
Agri-Business
Ifac report: Agree farm wages on 'gross' basis to save costs
Ifac has advised farmers to agree wages with their employees on a gross basis to avoid additional costs due to...
Sheep
Ifac: 50% of sheep farmers report 'positive outlook' - despite input concerns
Around half of sheep farmers have a positive outlook for the sector, based on an “excellent” year in 2021, despite...
Agri-Business
Ifac report: Third of farmers unsure of starting point on renewables
97% of farmers are open to incorporating renewable energy on farm, according to a new study released today (Thursday, April...
Agri-Business
Ifac report: Half of farmers don't have a will
A survey published today (Thursday, April 21) by Ifac has shown that over two thirds of farm families have yet...
Organics
Ifac report: What is the outlook for the organic farming sector?
Many farmers believe there are numerous financial and market related barriers involved in converting to organic farming, and it is...
Tillage News
Ifac report: Tillage sector plays vital role in food security
2021 was a good year overall for the tillage sector with prices being up and favourable weather, according to the...
Dairy
Ifac report: 13% of dairy farmers looking to decrease stock numbers
Overall dairy production increased by around 6% in 2021 and, despite higher input costs, net dairy margins rose by 15.1c/L,...
Beef News
Ifac report: One third of beef farms not viable for next generation
The beef and suckler sector will continue to need financial support and protection, according to a new report by Ifac....
Agri-Business
Surging input costs a serious concern for more than 60% of farmers - Ifac
Surging input costs represent a serious concern for Irish farmers, according to the Ifac Irish Farm Report 2022. More than...
