Farmers urged to act now as fuel costs surge

Due to rising fuel costs, the Irish Farm Accounts Co-operative Society has advised farmers to be proactive, manage consumption where possible, and plan ahead for further volatility

Rising oil prices have had a significant impact in Ireland, with sharp increases in the cost of green diesel, road diesel and home heating oil, alongside growing pressure on fertiliser prices.

Farmers are being advised to take immediate steps to manage rising fuel and input costs as global oil prices surge.

Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, with Brendt crude surpassing $100 per barrel after disruption to global supply routes. This has already had a significant impact in Ireland, with sharp increases in the cost of green diesel, road diesel and home heating oil, alongside growing pressure on fertiliser prices.