Agri-Business
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board has reviewed the impact the Middle East conflict is having on UK farm production costs.
A grassland expert has warned that Irish farmers are facing a shortage of fertiliser as the conflict in the Middle East continues.
Agri Politics
The Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers' Association (ICMSA) said it has been "inundated with calls from farmers complaining" about price gouging.
Hauliers are calling for temporary supports from the government as they expect diesel prices to exceed €2/L.
An escalating conflict in the Middle East could lead to rising costs for Irish farmers, a leading professor of economics has warned.
AA Ireland has said that any price increases in fuel for motorists should be based on "verifiable changes".
Farmers are being advised to purchase fertiliser for the coming months if they can due to the potential impact of the US-Israel war with Iran.
Independent TD Carol Nolan called on government to implement reductions in the rate of mineral oil tax (MOT) applied to petrol and diesel.
Dairy News
Dairy Industry Ireland (DII) said it is "monitoring the geopolitical situation hour-by-hour" as conflict continues in the Middle East.
Bord Bia staff at its Dubai office are "sheltering in place while working from home" as Iranian drone and missile strikes continue.
Beef
Iran is open at present for Irish beef and sheep meat but to export there is a matter for industry, according to Minister Creed.
Despite Ireland having access to the Iranian beef market since 2013, no beef exports have taken place due to unfavourable trading conditions.
Sheep
Irish sheepmeat exporters can now ship sheepmeat to Iran following an agreement with the relevant Iranian authorities.
Dairy
One of the largest dairy farms in Iran opened its doors to an Irish delegation this week as part of this week's trade mission to the giant nation.
A host of Irish food companies are this week taking part in a historic trade mission to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
A high-level trade mission to Iran is taking place this week with the Department of Agriculture and Bord Bia.
Iran is set to become a growing market for Irish dairy exports, with the Department of Agriculture planning a trade mission next year.
