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A collection of our latest farming news, views and analysis on the Tillage sector.

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Tractor spraying pesticides on wheat field with sprayer
A total of 69 pesticide breaches in public water supplies recorded countrywide
There were 69 cases of pesticide levels exceeding statutory limits within drinking water regulations across 24 public water supplies in 2025

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Refuelling The Agricultural Tractor on His Farm
Application window for €100m fuel scheme supports will open in May
Farmers can apply for the fuel support scheme as early as next week, with payments currently scheduled to be distributed by the end of June

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Fuel and agriculture machines.
Ifac urges farmers to start preparing now for fuel support scheme
The measures include a new €100m Agricultural Fuel Subsidy Scheme, alongside temporary excise reductions and the deferral of the planned carbon tax increase

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

Irish stakeholders invited to shape EU Parliament generational renewal report
Irish stakeholders invited to shape EU Parliament generational renewal report
MEP Maria Walsh calls for young farmers and representing organisations to have their say in EU Parliament report on generational renewal

Mon, 27 Apr, 2026

EU experts discuss plans to increase self-sufficiency in protein production
EU experts discuss plans to increase self-sufficiency in protein production
VALPRO Path project co-ordinator Dr Ewen Mullins from Teagasc said: 'This is not about turning away from animal-based protein. It’s about diversification.'

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

EU Flags Flying at the European Commission Building Brussels Belgium
Parliament backs €433bn CAP envelope in budget vote
European Parliament has voted in favour of ringfencing a minimum of €433bn for agriculture in the 2028-34 EU budget

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

Three systems, one goal: reducing costs in a €200/t grain market
Three systems, one goal: reducing costs in a €200/t grain market
With fuel prices soaring, Darren Allen of Ballymaloe Farm sees opportunities for regenerative farming methods to pay their way

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

Tractor miniature with coins on fertile soil land
Agricultural input price index rose 0.5% in month to February
Following the latest report by the Central Statistics Office, the agricultural input price index has risen by 0.5% in one month

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

Farming organisations react to €100m fuel support scheme
Farming organisations react to €100m fuel support scheme
Some organisations say the Government-issued €100m fuel support scheme doesn't reflect on-farm realities

Tue, 14 Apr, 2026

Department of Agriculture announces €100m fuel support
Department of Agriculture announces €100m fuel support
The newly announced support package aims to assist farmers, contractors, fishers, forestry and specialised horticultural enterprises with the rising costs of fuel

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

LIVE: Harris signals 'substantial' business supports; Talks set to resume on Saturday
Talks to take place as fuel price protest enters fourth day
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Association have not been invited to the talks with the government

Fri, 10 Apr, 2026

URSULA VON DER LEYEN AUSTRALIA VISIT
EU-Australia trade deal: 2027 target faces farmer protests as Mercosur begins
Tariffs will be removed on trading in nearly all Australian and EU goods as soon as the agreement enters into force, nine years after negotiations commenced in 2018

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Bord Bia
Bord Bia to establish new farmer forum
Farmer Forum will comprise 100 farmers, growers and producers, from a range of ages, regions and enterprises

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Combine Harvester in Barley Field during Harvest
Agricultural land under cereals rose by almost 5% in 12 months
According to the latest CSO report, the area assigned under 'cereals' grew by almost 5%, while grassland designated land fell by 0.4% when comparing 2025 to 2024 figures

Tue, 31 Mar, 2026

Corrot in field
2026 an annus horribilis so far for Ireland's vegetable growers
An estimated 25% to 30% of global nitrogen fertiliser exports pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

Farmers say fuel price cuts not enough as green diesel costs surge across Ireland
Farmers say fuel price cuts not enough as green diesel costs surge across Ireland
Farm organisations warn rising diesel and carbon tax costs threaten food production despite Government’s temporary fuel relief measures

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Farm vehicles and tractors crossing danger and warning sign
Vehicle incidents caused 73 farm deaths in the past decade
From 2016 to 2025, there have been 73 vehicle-related deaths on farms, and it remains the leading cause of death in work-related fatalities in agriculture

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Tractor miniature with coins on fertile soil land
EU study highlights the need for protected incomes for farmers
A joint report between economists from Teagasc and Wageningen called for the EU Parliament to implement better target supports to protect farmer incomes and sector resilience.

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Precious produce
Milk experienced over 27% drop in output price in 12 months, CSO says
The latest Central Statistics Office (CSO) report also shows fertiliser input prices rising by 11.6%

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

At the Market
Cattle prices drive 29% increase in agricultural operating surplus
Milk also saw a 10% increase in milk value, with the CSO citing the higher volumes, an increase of 7%, as the main driver

Tue, 10 Mar, 2026

Tom Barry: Why cost-of-production figures matter more than ever for Irish tillage
Tom Barry: Why cost-of-production figures matter more than ever for Irish tillage
From yields to carbon figures and farm trials, there is plenty of data to stay on top of, says the North Cork tillage farmer

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Ireland set to host landmark agri-summit on global food security
Ireland set to host landmark agri-summit on global food security
The Nuffield Agri-Summit 'Feed the World – Our Responsibility?' in May of this year aims to address urgent and complex pressures facing global food systems

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

landscape of ireland seen from the sky, wild nature
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

Siobhan Kavanagh: Don’t wait for autumn — take every chance to get lime out
Siobhan Kavanagh: Don’t wait for autumn — take every chance to get lime out
Effective liming begins with regular soil testing, ideally every three to five years, to determine precise lime requirements

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

harvest time
Support package worth €30m to the tillage sector announced
Tillage farmers who grew barley, wheat, oats, rye, triticale and oilseed rape in 2025 are eligible to apply for the sustainability support scheme package

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

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