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A collection of our latest farming news, views and analysis on the pig and poultry sectors.

<p>'Christmas is a crucial period for Irish pig farmers. Consumers buying quality assured Irish pork, bacon, and particularly their Christmas ham, must be confident that they are purchasing genuine Irish produce.'</p>

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Pigmeat DNA testing to intensify ahead of Christmas

In the lead-up to Christmas, the IFA has announced its intention to intensify DNA screening of pigmeat to aid consumer confidence and protect the integrity of Irish pork

<p>The Agri-fish Council reached a unanimous agreement on the future CAP framework.</p>

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

<p>10,997 Cork farmers qualified for BISS and CRISS payments.</p>

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

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

Last day of month - payment deadline. Calculator with money on the calendar with last day of month.

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

Bringing home the bacon: Cork farmer to host three events as part of Cork on a Fork festival

The Twomey family of Glenbrook Farm is set to host three highly anticipated events for Cork's food festival

Thu, 06 Aug, 2026

Feed reserves and animal welfare concerns raised as drought conditions continue

Concerns have been raised surrounding embryonic death during the vital breeding season and utilising winter feed reserves due to heat pressures as a result of the current drought

Wed, 05 Aug, 2026

Brittany Ferries to cease live animal exports

This leaves Irish Ferries as the only company offering live export services

Tue, 04 Aug, 2026

TAMS grants can help with cost of some security measures

Some farm safety measures under TAMS could double up and benefit farm security putting off opportunistic thieves, explains ICMSA Farm Business Committee chair Pat O'Brien

Mon, 03 Aug, 2026

Cattle prices the main driver to 12% increase in 2025 agricultural output

CSO final estimates for 2025 found that cattle were the main drivers of agricultural output and fertiliser costs rose by 9% compared to the previous year

Sun, 02 Aug, 2026

Farming organisations call for unused fuel support to remain in the sector

IFA and ICOS have urged the Government to redirect unclaimed farmer fuel supports back to other areas of the sector

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

Macra launches 60th National Autumn rally in Limerick

Macra launches the 2026 Autumn Rally which will be hosted in Limerick this year with a packed programme of events scheduled for the weekend.

Tue, 28 Jul, 2026

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Macra calls for unspent farmer supports to be reinvested into agriculture

Macra has called for the government not to redirect unspent farmer supports but instead invest it back into food production and over subscribed agricultural schemes.

Mon, 27 Jul, 2026

Teagasc announce national conference celebrating women in agriculture

The conference in October to mark the International Year of the Woman Farmer will promote women's contribution to agriculture and explore future opportunities

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Cork's Southern Milling announced as newest patron of Agri Aware

The specialist milling company joins more than 70 Agri Aware patrons

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Sign on a field gate warning people not to enter farmland due to danger to life from livestock, and risk of bio-security breech.

Free farm safety training programme open for applications

Farm Relief Services has opened applications for free farm safety training for all ages, highlighting the hazards associated with machinery, livestock and slurry

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

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Payments to begin being issued for fuel income support scheme

Contractors are set to receive on average €4,000 and farmers a minimum of €600 in this batch of payments issued by the Government as part of the scheme

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

Barn robots ready to steal the show at EuroTier 2026

The primary aim of robotics is to relieve farmers of physically demanding and time-intensive tasks, improve operational accuracy, and address the growing shortage of qualified labour in agriculture

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

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Poultry sector on alert as Newcastle disease spreads across Europe

EU legislation requires that flocks infected with Newcastle disease are slaughtered, and feeding stuffs, contaminated equipment and manure destroyed or treated to inactivate the virus.

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

Europe aims to cut imports of livestock feed and protein crops

The new and first-of-its-kind Livestock Strategy which is accompanied by a Protein Action Plan has been adopted by the European Commission.

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Irish food production future a focus at ASA’s 2026 conference

The 2026 ASA conference will have Ireland food production future in focus with speakers also discussing generational renewal, the future of CAP and environmental challenges.

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

New farmer health and wellbeing network launched in Ballyhoura

A Network to assist farmers, their families and members of the rural community to connect and improve access to practical wellbeing supports has been officially launched in Ballyhoura.

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Macra calls for increased TAMS to deliver water quality improvements

Macra has said if the Government wants to take water quality seriously it must not make measures a burden but rather support farmers in improving infrastructure development

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

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One in nine suppliers report unfair trading practices with retail and wholesalers

The Agri-Food Regulator has reported that 1 in 9 suppliers have reported experience of unfair trading with true total number unknown due to incidences likely being under reported.

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Wexford farmers receive 2025 Pasture Progress Award

Wexford farmer Liam Rochford has won the 2025 overall Pasture Progress Award, beating other county winners for the title.

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

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FARMING - PIGS and POULTRY

Pigmeat DNA testing to intensify ahead of Christmas

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

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

Generational Renewal Week to showcase opportunities and supports for Irish farming

Agri-Food Regulator wants to hear from primary producers

Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers

Minister launches gender-inclusive communications guide

Bringing home the bacon: Cork farmer to host three events as part of Cork on a Fork festival

Feed reserves and animal welfare concerns raised as drought conditions continue

Brittany Ferries to cease live animal exports

TAMS grants can help with cost of some security measures

Cattle prices the main driver to 12% increase in 2025 agricultural output

Farming organisations call for unused fuel support to remain in the sector

Macra launches 60th National Autumn rally in Limerick

Macra calls for unspent farmer supports to be reinvested into agriculture

Teagasc announce national conference celebrating women in agriculture

Cork's Southern Milling announced as newest patron of Agri Aware

Free farm safety training programme open for applications

Payments to begin being issued for fuel income support scheme

Barn robots ready to steal the show at EuroTier 2026

Poultry sector on alert as Newcastle disease spreads across Europe

Europe aims to cut imports of livestock feed and protein crops

Irish food production future a focus at ASA’s 2026 conference

New farmer health and wellbeing network launched in Ballyhoura

Macra calls for increased TAMS to deliver water quality improvements

One in nine suppliers report unfair trading practices with retail and wholesalers

Wexford farmers receive 2025 Pasture Progress Award

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