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<p>The EU aims to triple its data centre capacity in the next five to seven years as it seeks to position itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence. File picture.</p>

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US tech firms successfully lobbied EU to hide environmental toll of data centres

'In two decades, I cannot recall a comparable case'

<p>Farmers must submit their 2026 Nitrates Derogation applications before May 15.</p>

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Online derogation and dairy banding systems open

<p>Teagasc will host a clover webinar on March 25.</p>

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Teagasc to host Clover 2026 webinar

Farmer Receiving A Delivery Of Nitrogen Sulphur Fertiliser To A Sustainable Farm.

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EU Commission need to do more than ‘monitor’ fertiliser supplies and prices, says ICMSA

EPA reports nitrogen levels went up by 10% last year

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EPA reports nitrogen levels went up by 10% last year

Teagasc launches Blackwater Catchment Action Plan

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Teagasc launches Blackwater Catchment Action Plan

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Department publishes mid-term review on national forestry programme

Department publishes mid-term review on national forestry programme

Increases in existing fencing grant rates and allowances are among the highlights of the mid-term review of the Forestry Programme 2023-2027

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

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ACRES assessment to continue using satellites

The department have said they will continue to utilise satellite data to asses Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) participants and monitor whether actions are being carried out in accordance to requirements

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

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Simplifying EU environmental regulations is a key priority for IFA

The IFA spoke to the European Commission regarding the on-the-ground impact of the numerous directives in which Irish farmers participate

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

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Minister announces opening of the Forestry Knowledge Transfer Group Scheme 2026

The Forestry Knowledge Transfer Group (KTG) Scheme 2026 has new focus areas and the option to nominate someone to attend meetings or outdoor events on your behalf

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

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Second application window for ACRES landscape actions now open

The second application window is now open for the ACRES landscape actions and are planned to deal with issues like invasive species and encroaching scrub management

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

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Teagasc to host research conference with focus on sustainability and land use

The Agriculture and Land-use in Ireland conference will take place in May

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

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Proposed changes to Eco Scheme a 'meaningless measure'

Farming organisations have pushed back against the proposed changes to the Eco Scheme, saying the removal of previously approved actions within the scheme 'dilute' farmers' efforts

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026

Tirlán expands water quality learnings across Co-op catchment

Tirlán expands water quality learnings across Co-op catchment

Tirlán set to expand its 'Farming for Water' project in an effort to improve on-farm economic and environmental performances with members

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

MTU launches Ireland’s first pilot biorefinery in Kerry

MTU launches Ireland’s first pilot biorefinery in Kerry

The facility will develop technologies that convert the country’s grasslands into a range of products, including high-quality animal feeds, human-grade protein, prebiotics, flavours and bioenergy

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026

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Key updates for ACRES participants revealed

The Department of Agriculture has issued several updates for ACRES participants surrounding NPIs, training courses, amendments and documentation submission deadlines

Thu, 04 Dec, 2025

Wexford farmer takes home top prize at EU Innovation Award

Wexford farmer takes home top prize at EU Innovation Award

Cheryl Poole, a dairy farmer from just outside of Gorey, Co Wexford, has won the coveted Innovation Award for Women Farmers for her work protecting local water systems

Thu, 04 Dec, 2025

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Nitrates derogation extension for Ireland still far from a 'done deal'

A reduction in chemical nitrogen is one of the EU's conditions for proposed extension of Ireland's derogation

Wed, 03 Dec, 2025

Dried Black soldier fly larvae, calci worms food wildlife birds

Environmental benefits of insect protein overstated, say researchers

It may cause second thoughts in the EU Commission, which has approved several insect species for human consumption

Wed, 03 Dec, 2025

Milk in the Making

Norwegian co-op pauses use of Bovaer with suppliers

It follows claims from Danish farmers that using the methane-reducing supplement has caused adverse side-effects on their herds

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

Buttimer family named winners of the Carbery Milk Awards

Buttimer family named winners of the Carbery Milk Awards

The Buttimer family farm, which supplies Lisavaird Co-op, was named the overall winner of the 2025 Carbery Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards.

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

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Organic farming scheme now open for applications

Agriculture minister Martin Heydon said funding of €58.6m was allocated in the budget to support organic farmers

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025

Bovaer producer working with Danish authorities over animal health concerns

Bovaer producer working with Danish authorities over animal health concerns

Following reports of concern regarding cattle health an investigation is currently ongoing In Denmark into the feed supplement proven to reduce methane, Bovaer.

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

A field of red clover in Derbyshire, UK.

Department starts payments for 2025 multi-species and red clover silage measures

Farmers who have applied and are eligible under the multi-species sward and red clover silage measures will begin to receive payments for their 2025 crop.

Tue, 18 Nov, 2025

Teagasc opens new research and innovation centre at Johnstown Castle

Teagasc opens new research and innovation centre at Johnstown Castle

The new laboratories at NASRIC will further support research in water quality, soil health, greenhouse gas emissions, carbon farming, nutrient efficiency and farmland biodiversity

Tue, 18 Nov, 2025

Commissioner: Farmers’ environmental work ‘not in vain’ as derogation talks intensify

Is this likely to be Ireland’s last derogation?

The draft proposals for the sixth Nitrates Action Programme include additional slurry storage and a mandatory nutrient balance number for every farm — a measure aimed at ensuring farmers track what nutrients are entering and leaving their holdings

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

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Department starts paying out €1.4m to farmers to directly address on-farm environmental issues

Over €1.4m will be paid to 588 farmers in this round of NPI payments under the ACRES scheme

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

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Irish farms produce enough protein for 30 million people

Report shows the average dairy farm generates enough protein per hectare to meet the yearly requirement of 20 people, while the corresponding figures for the average tillage, cattle and sheep farm are 15, four and three, respectively

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

No deal yet when it comes to derogation - Heydon

No deal yet when it comes to derogation - Heydon

Minister Heydon was met with a 1,000 plus crowd at the IFA's Nitrates Derogation national meeting at Corrin Mart, Fermoy.

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

University workshop aims to spread awareness of recycled fertilisers

University workshop aims to spread awareness of recycled fertilisers

A recent interactive workshop held by the University of Limerick showcased recycling-derived fertilisers as a viable option for Irish farmers and agricultural stakeholders

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Shaping tomorrow’s agriculture: Lessons from award-winning farmers

Shaping tomorrow’s agriculture: Lessons from award-winning farmers

While farming often makes headlines for its environmental challenges, the judging panel explained that many farmers are already making remarkable progress.

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

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