Electricity costs for farmers up over 62% in a year

Feed costs have increased by 21.2% in March this year compared to last, while seeds were up 7.1%, and plant protection products and veterinary expenses were both up 6.1%

The agricultural input price index rose by 7.7% in the year to March 2023.

Electricity costs for farmers increased by 62.7% in the 12-month period to March, latest CSO figures show.

The agricultural input price index rose by 7.7% in the year to March 2023.