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A collection of the latest news, views and analysis from the farming desk on the topic of Agribusiness and technology.

<p>Grant applications for sustainable forest harvesting and machinery are now open.</p>

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Minister opens third tranche of grants for sustainable forest harvesting machinery

The grant is now open to a wider range of applicants, including forestry producer groups and licensed hauliers, as well as forestry contractors

<p>The support applies to qualifying products ordered between July 10 and August 5, 2026, before 1pm or until the available tonnage is exhausted. </p>

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Tirlán launches weather support package for its suppliers

<p>Updates to the economic values for Terminal and Replacement Indexes are set to be implemented at the end of July. File picture </p>

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Incoming changes to Terminal and Replacement indexes set for July

Dairygold to close Crewe facility and explore sale of Leeds business

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Dairygold to close Crewe facility and explore sale of Leeds business

Freshly processed milk

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Domestic milk intake drops by over 19 million litres in May

First female dean of agriculture appointed at UCD

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First female dean of agriculture appointed at UCD

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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

Dairy Industry Ireland unveils new sustainability strategy

Dairy Industry Ireland unveils new sustainability strategy

Strategy commits to lowering 2030 farm emissions by 25%, and processor emissions by 35% relative to 2018 baselines

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Six out of 10 Irish sheep farmers now juggle jobs away from the farm

Six out of 10 Irish sheep farmers now juggle jobs away from the farm

'The trend clearly indicates that the sheep farmer of the future is going to be predominantly part-time.'

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

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Dutch researchers challenge ‘feeding the world’ claim

Led by Imke de Boer, a professor in livestock and sustainable food systems, the researchers said the Dutch contribution to the global food supply through net food exports is far more limited than is often assumed

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Sheep in pens at Winslow Primestock Show, Buckinghamshire

Spring lamb trade eases further as prices slide another 20c/kg

The continued slippage in price is being attributed to 'usual seasonal' factors which impact on market demand at this time of the season

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Steaks on a conveyor belt being packaged in a food processing plant

Beef prices continue to recover as supplies tighten

Flat pricing is back on the agenda in deal-making between the factories and finishers to secure cattle, with some exceptional prices showing on individual grades at a few factories recently

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

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

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

Quality Milk Awards announces 12 finalists

Quality Milk Awards announces 12 finalists

Finalists across 12 co-ops have been shortlisted as finalists for the NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Average farm income rose 49% last year - Teagasc survey

Average farm income rose 49% last year - Teagasc survey

Cattle and dairy farming are main drivers of the continued recovery while costs only changed only marginally and, in some instances, fell

Mon, 06 Jul, 2026

Farmers do it digitally these days

High-speed broadband opens up opportunities for farmers

EU-funded pilot project in Finland enables the farm's veterinarian to conduct a necropsy on the farm, helped by a pathologist who provides a diagnosis remotely, based on the findings and samples collected during the necropsy

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

Sprouting seed potatoes ready for planting background.

British seed potato exports to the EU set to resume by mid-2027

Brexit ended the seed potato trade from Britain to the EU in January 2021

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

Grass fed beef cattle steers being loaded from stock yard onto truck

Why Australia, not Brazil, may be Irish beef's biggest threat

Historically, Ireland supplied nearly 80% of UK beef imports. But after the UK-Australia and UK-New Zealand Free Trade Agreements, and growth in Brazilian imports, Ireland’s market share fell to 67% in 2025

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

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Finishers regain more control after one of the toughest spring finishing seasons

The turnaround on prices by the processors has come on the back of supply falling to the lowest weekly intake year to date

Wed, 01 Jul, 2026

Diageo Baileys Champion Cow competition returns to Cavan

Diageo Baileys Champion Cow competition returns to Cavan

Top prize comes with a cash reward of €3,000 at the Virginia Show in August

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Vintage whiskey bottles in a row

Public consultation for Irish whiskey specification to be launched

The Department of Agriculture has announced a public consultation for the product specification for Irish Whiskey will open on June 26

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Ireland secures European AgriTech testing network through MTU

Ireland secures European AgriTech testing network through MTU

MTU has joined a European network of test and experimentation facilities for the agrifood sector giving Irish AgriTech and food SMEs access to advanced testing and validation services

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

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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

Carbery and Teagasc renew West Cork sustainability programme for another five years

Carbery and Teagasc renew West Cork sustainability programme for another five years

The nearly three decade long programme aims to develop farm profitability, grassland management, milk quality and sustainability across the region

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Board member retirement marks shift for Tirlán and Glanbia plc Board

Board member retirement marks shift for Tirlán and Glanbia plc Board

John Murphy will retire from the Tirlán Co-op board after serving since 2010, alongside changes to Tirlán’s Glanbia plc Board representation.

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Roast Leg of Lamb

New national campaign to promote Irish lamb launched

Bord Bia has launched a new campaign worth €450,000 to promote lamb to younger generations through media channels such as TV, key social channels, audio and online video.

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

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Milk prices for May confirmed by Co-ops

Dairygold, Tirlán, Kinisla and Carbery have all announced their May milk price for suppliers.

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

'We’re all in this together': Cork farmers hear water quality measures at stakeholder event

'We’re all in this together': Cork farmers hear water quality measures at stakeholder event

A Blackwater Catchment water quality event hosted by Teagasc, Dairygold and the Agricultural Science Association showcased measures to help farmers improve local water quality.

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Wexford farmers receive 2025 Pasture Progress Award

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

Farm, food and fun draw more than 40,000 to Cork Summer Show

Farm, food and fun draw more than 40,000 to Cork Summer Show

Over 40,000 people attended the 220TH Cork Summer Show with live milking demonstrations, sheep shearing, showing, horticultural and cooking demonstrations.

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

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