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

<p>EU crop output grew an average of only 0.1% a year between 2011 and 2023, while UK output stood still.</p>

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Crop protection rules could widen Europe’s farming gap

Proposed EU data protection changes could weaken incentives to renew crop protection products, as Europe’s farm output lags competitors

<p>Jordon Hauge brings almost 20 years’ experience in operations and engineering leadership across large-scale manufacturing in Ireland and the United States.</p>

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Openfolde appoints new group head of operations

<p>The EU Commission has announced €3m to help co-fund Bord Bia's spirits campaign. </p>

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EU Commission to co-fund Bord Bia Irish spirits campaign

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Inaugural horticultural seminar to future-proof sector announced

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Unanimous EU fish council agreement marks major milestone for CAP 2028-2034

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Cork farmers to receive largest portion of the €551m issued for BISS and CRISS

High Court ruling raises concerns for farm rates and essential farm sheds

Macra have raised the alarm following a High Court ruling making potato and onion storage buildings liable for commercial rates warning of far-reaching consequences.

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

AgRenew Summit to focus on Ireland’s next generation of farmers

The summit, hosted by Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS), will host a variety of panelists from young farmers, academics, politicians and co-op leaders

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

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BISS and CRISS payments to be issued this week, minister confirms

Despite farmers being told to expect a nine day delay on BISS and CRISS payments due to strikes, minister Heydon has been confirmed that these payments will be issued this week.

Mon, 19 Oct, 2026

Agricultural output at basic prices saw an increase of 10% in Cork and Kerry

Last year, the national agricultural output at basic prices increased by 12% to a total of €14bn, with cattle being the main contributor

Mon, 19 Oct, 2026

Event celebrates women’s contribution to Irish agriculture

Teagasc hosted a 'Women in Farming' event celebrating women's contribution to the sector and exploring opportunities to support women at every stage of their farming journey

Mon, 19 Oct, 2026

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Eco-Scheme farmers to receive more than €203m in advance payments

Department of Agriculture says 106,913 farmers register under the Eco-Scheme will receive advanced payments over the coming days

Mon, 19 Oct, 2026

Fertiliser Exceptional Aid Scheme worth €46.2m announced

Fertiliser aid scheme worth €46.2m to be issued to farmers for fertiliser purchased during price spikes due to the Middle East crisis

Tue, 13 Oct, 2026

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Succession crisis looms as 676 farmers exit tillage sector, Macra warns

Macra na Feirme president raises concern about a succession crisis following the exit of 676 farmers from the tillage sector this year alone

Tue, 13 Oct, 2026

Kay O'Sullivan: From an EU organic award to autumn grazing back at home

After representing Ireland in Brussels and winning the EU Organic Female Farmer Award 2026, Kay O’Sullivan returns to the autumn jobs at home on the farm

Tue, 13 Oct, 2026

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Up to €5m available for new flour mill projects

New flour mills could reduce costs for bakery businesses and create a value-added opportunity for Irish tillage farmers

Mon, 05 Oct, 2026

Tom Barry: Building resilience as weather patterns and costs change

After the earliest harvest of his farming career, Cork tillage farmer Tom Barry reflects on changing weather patterns, rising input costs and the measures he is taking to build resilience into the farm

Thu, 01 Oct, 2026

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Grain prices confirmed for Tirlán and Dairygold suppliers

Tirlán and Dairygold have confirmed their grain prices for Harvest 2026, with Tirlán also announcing a 25% increase for its Harvest 2027 Trading Bonus Scheme

Wed, 30 Sep, 2026

Irish potato growers caught between drought, soaring costs and volatile prices

Industry forecasts indicate that production lost to this year’s drought across Europe could cost growers more than €800m due to what is expected to be one of the EU’s smallest potato harvests on record

Wed, 30 Sep, 2026

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EPA warns of nitrogen levels increasing for a second year in a row

Data indicates that nitrogen levels have increased for a second consecutive year within the first six months of 2026.

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

European Organic Congress coming to Cork next month

This year’s event will examine how organic farming can contribute to food security, climate resilience, biodiversity, water quality and generational renewal

Wed, 23 Sep, 2026

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Rising costs hit 90% of agri-food firms

The 2026 ifac Food and Agri-business Report also found that almost eight in 10 still intend to grow their business

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

Generational Renewal Week to showcase opportunities and supports for Irish farming

Teagasc to host a variety of webinars, farm walks, in person engagements, and videos to promote and showcase opportunities for Irish farmers for generational renewal week.

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

Darren Allen: Direct drilling delivers as wheat margins come under pressure

Cork tillage farmer Darren Allen reflects on an exceptionally early harvest and reveals what his on-farm trials taught him about establishment systems, fungicide use and the increasingly precarious margins from winter wheat.

Thu, 27 Aug, 2026

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Current carrot price unsustainable as growers call for 6c per carrot increase

With climate events, costs and inflation putting pressure on carrot growers, the Irish Carrot Growers Group is calling for a 6c per carrot increase to try and offset costs

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

Retailers commit to supporting Irish growers and local produce

Aldi, Dunnes Stores, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, SuperValu/Centra, and Tesco have committed to the five new Horticulture Grower-Retail Charter principles

Wed, 26 Aug, 2026

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Agri-Food Regulator wants to hear from primary producers

The Agri-Food Regulator is looking for feedback from farmers, fishers and growers to inform its work

Wed, 19 Aug, 2026

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Department recommends second pilot phase of horticulture seasonal worker permit

The scheme covers all horticultural areas, including field vegetables, which include seed potatoes, mushrooms, protected food crops, amenity crops, soft fruit, top fruit and beekeeping.

Wed, 19 Aug, 2026

Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers

This year's annual conference will focus on generational renewal, water quality, climate and Ireland's strengths as a food-producing nation

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026

New tractor registrations so far this year up 5% on 2025 figures

Counties Cork, Wexford, and Tipperary delivered the highest number of new tractor registrations for July

Mon, 10 Aug, 2026

Minister launches gender-inclusive communications guide

The CSO Farm Structure Survey 2023 showed women account for 13.2% of the 133,174 farm holders in Ireland

Mon, 10 Aug, 2026

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FARMING - TILLAGE

Crop protection rules could widen Europe’s farming gap

Openfolde appoints new group head of operations

EU Commission to co-fund Bord Bia Irish spirits campaign

Inaugural horticultural seminar to future-proof sector announced

Unanimous EU fish council agreement marks major milestone for CAP 2028-2034

Cork farmers to receive largest portion of the €551m issued for BISS and CRISS

High Court ruling raises concerns for farm rates and essential farm sheds

AgRenew Summit to focus on Ireland’s next generation of farmers

BISS and CRISS payments to be issued this week, minister confirms

Agricultural output at basic prices saw an increase of 10% in Cork and Kerry

Event celebrates women’s contribution to Irish agriculture

Eco-Scheme farmers to receive more than €203m in advance payments

Fertiliser Exceptional Aid Scheme worth €46.2m announced

Succession crisis looms as 676 farmers exit tillage sector, Macra warns

Kay O'Sullivan: From an EU organic award to autumn grazing back at home

Up to €5m available for new flour mill projects

Tom Barry: Building resilience as weather patterns and costs change

Grain prices confirmed for Tirlán and Dairygold suppliers

Irish potato growers caught between drought, soaring costs and volatile prices

EPA warns of nitrogen levels increasing for a second year in a row

European Organic Congress coming to Cork next month

Rising costs hit 90% of agri-food firms

Generational Renewal Week to showcase opportunities and supports for Irish farming

Darren Allen: Direct drilling delivers as wheat margins come under pressure

Current carrot price unsustainable as growers call for 6c per carrot increase

Retailers commit to supporting Irish growers and local produce

Agri-Food Regulator wants to hear from primary producers

Department recommends second pilot phase of horticulture seasonal worker permit

Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers

New tractor registrations so far this year up 5% on 2025 figures

Minister launches gender-inclusive communications guide

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