Opinion
I think it’s safe to confirm that climate change is a reality. What’s more, this process continues to build momentum
slurry spreading period
Minister Martin Heydon has promised to continue monitoring the current situation in respect to fertiliser and slurry spreading dates.
Schemes
Payments under the Areas of Natural Constraints (ANC) scheme have today (September 16)commenced issuing to farmers.
Agri Politics
Minister Martin Heydon has been criticised by TD Carol Nolan for his approach to the growing crisis in vet nursing and rural vet services.
Farmers have been asked for submissions and views regarding on-farm investments supported under CAP, TAMS and potential new investments.
The Food Vision 2030 Annual Report for 2025 was launched at the National Ploughing Championships today (September 15).
Harvest 2026 is coming to an end and by common consent it has been another challenging year for Irish tillage.
The payment claims system for Landscape Actions under the Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) is now open.
Slurry
Minister Martin Heydon has warned that changing the deadline for spreading slurry and fertiliser would be a 'big decision'.
Agri-Business
A new initiative involving farmers and processors is being launched to protect the premium on organically-produced beef and lamb.
Grass
The ICSA has said it was left disappointed by the outcome of yesterday's stakeholder meetings on fodder supplies.
Minister Martin Heydon has been called on to provide financial supports to stave off a coming fodder shortage.
Preparation should be made to combat the fodder crisis, as grass growth is impacted by lack of rainfall, according to Sinn Féin.
Biomethane
A biomethane plant has been connected to the National Gas Network in Ireland for the first time, marking "a major milestone".
Minister Heydon has confirmed that ranking and selection will apply for tranche 12 of the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS).
Minister Martin Heydon has highlighted the key policy developments in the agri-sector during the first month of Ireland's EU presidency
Beef
Minister Martin Heydon has travelled to the UK in an effort to promote Irish beef in what remains our largest market for agri-food products.
Minister Martin Heydon must be congratulated for his unequivocal support of the 2026 Straw Incorporation Measure (SIM).
Rural Life
The minister has said that payments have started under the fuel scheme, with the final figure for payment expected at around €27 million.
Tillage
Final funding levels for the 2026 Straw Incorporation Measure (SIM) should be announced before the end of this week.
bTB
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon has been urged to publish a Wicklow-specific deer/TB (bovine tuberculous) plan.
Minster Martin Heydon has urged farmers to take necessary steps to protect animals during the current spell of hot weather.
Drinking raw milk is "an informed decision that comes with a risk that people are aware of," Minister Martin Heydon has warned.
