Organic Farming Scheme payments issue to farmers

At present, there are 4,100 organic farmers participating in the Organic Farming Scheme. 

Approximately 200,000 hectares are currently under organic production in Ireland.

Organic Farming Scheme balancing payments have commenced issuing to farmers this week.

The payment will be for the final 15% of the annual payment to farmers who farmed organically in 2022 under the scheme. This payment is two months ahead of schedule.