Farm Business
Exploring Farm Diversification: Events
Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, discusses how hosting events on farms, such as tours, workshops, and festivals, can be a profitable diversification strategy for farmers.
09 December 2024
Scheme payments roll
Announcements regarding the commencement of payments under a number of important farming schemes were made this week by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
07 December 2024
Farm incomes forecast to rise in 2025
Published today, December 3 as part of the Outlook 2025 Conference held in Teagasc Ashtown, the Teagasc Outlook 2025, Economic Prospects for Agriculture Report, looks ahead to future prospects by forecasting farm incomes in 2025.
03 December 2024
Farm incomes move up in 2024
A new report, by economists at Teagasc, provides the latest estimates of average incomes for various farm types in 2024 and looks ahead to future prospects by forecasting farm incomes in 2025.
03 December 2024
Exploring Farm Diversification: Agri-tourism
Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, discusses various agri-tourism options, such as farm stays, glamping, and shepherd huts, as profitable ways for Irish farmers to diversify income and attract visitors seeking rural experiences.
25 November 2024
Listen: Funding for historic farm buildings - what is involved & who can apply?
Anna Meenan, Traditional Farm Buildings grant scheme programme manager, and Ian Doyle, Head of Conservation with the National Heritage council in Kilkenny, join us to discuss the importance of historic farm building conservation and how to apply.
23 November 2024
Exploring Farm Diversification: Organic Farming and Forestry
Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, explains how farm diversification through options like organic farming and forestry offers Irish farmers a sustainable way to boost income, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the resilience of their businesses.
18 November 2024
Farm Safety Interventions to help advisors promote safety with livestock
Ciaran Kinahan, Sinéad Flannery, John McNamara and Francis Bligh share details of a study which developed livestock safety workshops for advisors to help reduce farm accidents.
10 November 2024
New 60% Grant-aid for Nutrient Storage Investments
Targeted Agriculture Modernisation Schemes (TAMS 3) provide grants to farmers to construct or improve specified types of farm buildings and equipment on their holdings. TAMS 3 opened in February 2023, and as of last week, 3,094 applications have been approved. Sean Mannion tells us more.
09 November 2024
5 things to consider when transferring the family farm
The transfer of land ownership does not always go smoothly. While there is no magic formula to guarantee the successful transfer of a farm from one generation to the next, major difficulties can be avoided if plenty of time is invested in the transfer process.
02 November 2024
Active Farmer Checks
Eamonn Dempsey outlines eligibility requirements for BISS payments, focusing on agricultural activity, active farmer checks, and land maintenance rules.
01 November 2024
Schemes update: Payments commence and schemes open to applications
A number of important announcements were made over recent days relating to scheme payments and the opening of various schemes, such as the Organic Farming Scheme.
19 October 2024
Diary dates: Key scheme deadlines
With some farmers participating in numerous schemes across different enterprises, along with ACRES, it can be difficult to keep up with deadlines. In this article, Nollaig O’Dowd, B&T Drystock Advisor at Teagasc Galway/Clare, provides a timely reminder of some critical deadlines farmers must meet.
13 October 2024
Book your place for upcoming ‘Transferring the Family Farm’ clinics
After hosting three highly successful Teagasc Transferring the Family Farm Clinics this week, a further three will take place in the counties of Donegal, Mayo and Laois next week. As such farm succession events often attract large crowds, booking your place to attend is advised.
04 October 2024
Budget 2025 - the farming scheme angle
Budget 2025 was made public yesterday, October 1, by the Minister for Finance Jack Chambers and it contained a number of important measures for the farming sector, including the provision of funding for schemes next year.
02 October 2024
Diary dates: Key deadlines this autumn
As we enter the last three months of the year, Vincent Ronayne, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Claremorris, reminds us that it is time to check that deadlines and conditions for schemes are met, and also to be aware of other areas of the farm are meeting legal requirements.
28 September 2024
10 key considerations of farm succession planning
Transferring farm ownership and management from one generation to the next is rarely easy, writes James McDonnell, Financial Management Specialist at Teagasc, who offers key advice on succession planning.
24 September 2024
Nationwide Farm Business Options Training Programme launched
Teagasc officially launched its 2024 Farm Business Options training programme at the National Ploughing Championships 2024 in Ratheniska, Co. Laois. This nationwide initiative aims to empower farmers and farm family members to diversify their enterprises and explore new business opportunities.
22 September 2024
‘Supports for farmers’ publication launched
A new farmers’ resource providing key details on the supports and schemes available to farmers throughout their working life, including retirement and succession planning, has been launched.
21 September 2024
Schemes update: ANC advance payments and ACRES Non-Productive Investments announcements
Details of the commencement of advance payments under the Areas of Natural Constraint (ANC) scheme and the opening of applications for Non-Productive Investments (NPIs) under ACRES were shared today, September 18.
18 September 2024
Under the shadow
Research conducted by Teagasc and the University of Galway has estimated the economic value – or shadow wage – of farm family labour on Irish dairy farms, highlighting the critical role of agricultural education in increasing its value.
08 September 2024
Majority of ACRES balancing payments expected by September’s end
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D. has provided an update on the progress of ACRES payments already made and those for issue over the coming period.
06 September 2024
Farm transfer and succession are matters for every farm family
The subject ‘Transferring the family farm’ is one that every farm family should plan for during the life of the farm, Farm Management Specialist at Teagasc, James McDonnell shares key details of what’s involved.
27 August 2024
Organic Farming Principles Course available
The 25-hour QQI Level 5 Organic Farming Principles course is required for farmers entering the Organic Farming Scheme, covering organic standards, sustainable practices, and economic evaluation, with upcoming sessions starting in August and September at various locations.
09 August 2024
Mixed fortunes for Irish farmers in 2024
A new report by economists at Teagasc provides an updated forecast on the average margins and incomes expected across the agricultural sector in Ireland for 2024.
06 August 2024
Employment deployment
Studying employment practices on farms will allow for the development of tailored support and training, helping farmers offer more attractive employment opportunities.
04 August 2024
Second year of investment declines on Irish farms
Gross new investment on Irish farms declined overall in 2023, results published in the Teagasc National Farm Survey 2023 have shown.This followed a reduction in 2022 also, after a number of years of substantial growth.
26 July 2024
Extent of 2023 farm income drop confirmed
The results of a new report by Teagasc confirm a very difficult year for income levels across farm systems in Ireland in 2023. Published today, Tuesday, 23 July, the Teagasc National Farm Survey 2023 is representative of almost 85,000 farms in Ireland.
23 July 2024
Practical actions for efficient and environmentally sustainable farms
Owen Fenton and Bridget Lynch discuss integrating technologies into farming systems to improve soil health, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, emissions reduction, and water quality, encouraging farmers to adopt one new technology each season.
21 July 2024
Challenges and Indicators for Resilient and Sustainable Farming systems
Karen Daly and David Wall discuss the challenges and strategies for achieving environmental sustainability in agriculture, focusing on reducing emissions, improving water quality, enhancing biodiversity, and adopting new technologies.
20 July 2024