Concerns over importing plants for use in hedging Woodland owners have expressed concern over a decision by the Department of Agriculture to allow certain plants to be imported as material for hedges on … Regional • 19 hrs
Steep drop in farm incomes in 2023, says Teagasc Farm incomes have dropped steeply in 2023 compared with 2022, down 44% according to a new analysis from Teagasc, the State's agricultural advisory and research … Ireland • 28 Nov
Irish agri-food exports were worth €19 billion in 2022 Irish agri-food exports were worth €19 billion in 2022, with 165,000 people employed across the sector, according to the latest annual review and outlook report … Ireland • 27 Nov
Quad bike users must wear helmets and undergo training Farmers and others who use quad bikes or ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) while working are obliged from today to wear helmets and to undergo safety training. Ireland • 20 Nov
Cereal harvest down 20% as weather 'more unpredictable' Bad weather throughout the year has resulted in a 20% reduction in the Irish cereal harvest according to a new report from Teagasc. Ireland • 17 Nov
EC to renew authorisation for herbicide glyphosate The European Commission is set to renew the approval of the use of the herbicide glyphosate in the EU for a period of ten years. World • 16 Nov
Irish grass-fed beef to get special recognition by EU Irish grass-fed beef is set to be granted special recognition for its unique characteristics and geographical origin by the European Commission. Ireland • 15 Nov
The future of farming: Using science to cut emissions 'Science in action' in the agri-sector is the theme of a climate and agriculture conference taking place in Dublin. Ireland • 15 Nov
China closes to Irish beef, but when can ban be lifted? China is the second-most populous country in the world and the closure of such a vast market for Irish beef is a blow to farmers. Ireland • 13 Nov
Potato farmers face serious crop losses as harvest hit Weather unpredictability and above normal rainfall has made it a difficult year for the agricultural sector. Most farmers were affected in some way or another … Ireland • 10 Nov
China beef exports suspended after case of BSE detected Irish beef exports to China have been stopped after a case of atypical BSE was detected in a bovine animal in Ireland. Ireland • 07 Nov
Govt to push for Irish beef access on S Korea mission Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue will take part in a cross-Government trade mission to South Korea this week to promote the … Ireland • 30 Oct
Joining EU transformative for Irish farming, event told A conference exploring how Irish agriculture has fared over 50 years of membership of the EU, hosted by farm research and advisory service Teagasc, has … Regional • 27 Oct
EU committee adopts proposal to halve pesticide use The European Parliament Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) has adopted a proposed regulation to reduce the use of pesticides in … Europe • 24 Oct
IFA presidential hopefuls outline priorities to members IFA presidential candidates have made their pitches to members from Co Westmeath and Co Longford as campaigns for the four-year role continue. Ireland • 20 Oct
€179m in delayed payments to farmers commence Payments to farmers that were delayed by a month, sparking a row between the Department of Agriculture and some farm leaders, have recommenced today. Agriculture • 17 Oct
Supermarket discounts on fruit and veg cause concern An agricultural economist says she is concerned about supermarkets selling fruit and vegetables at low prices as part of promotions and what it may mean … Ireland • 12 Oct
No provision for voluntary dairy reduction scheme No financial provision has been made for a voluntary dairy reduction scheme in Budget 2024. Agriculture • 11 Oct
Grain harvest 'a disaster' due to wet weather Grain farmers say their harvest has been a disaster this year after months of wet weather. Agriculture • 09 Oct
Greenhouse gas emissions down on Irish farms - report A newly published sustainability report on Irish agriculture in 2022 notes there was a decrease in greenhouse gas emissions from dairy, cattle, sheep and tillage … Agriculture • 06 Oct
Farmers urged to plant trees under new €1.3bn programme Farmers are encouraged to get involved in forestry and take up supports available in a new €1.3 billion forestry programme. Agriculture • 04 Oct
Supports for tillage and horticulture sectors announced Following very difficult weather-related growing and harvesting conditions in Ireland this year, a support package has been announced for the tillage and horticultural sectors by … Ireland • 03 Oct
Ash dieback should be treated as 'emergency' - report A new report into the handling of ash dieback disease by the State has called for the disease to be treated as a national emergency, … Ireland • 03 Oct
Rain fails to dampen spirits at Ploughing Championships President Michael D Higgins has officially opened this year's National Ploughing Championships in Co Laois, one of the biggest shows of its kind in Europe. Leinster • 19 Sep
Amending Irish nitrates rules would be 'premature' - EU The European Commission has said it has not received an invitation from Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to the environment commissioner to visit Ireland in the context … Ireland • 18 Sep
