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A collection of our latest farming news, views and analysis on the Tillage sector.

<p>Darren Allen, tillage farmer pictured on his farm in Ballymaloe near Shanagarry in Cork. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

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Darren Allen: Direct drilling delivers as wheat margins come under pressure

Cork tillage farmer Darren Allen reflects on an exceptionally early harvest and reveals what his on-farm trials taught him about establishment systems, fungicide use and the increasingly precarious margins from winter wheat.

<p>The Irish Carrot Growers Group is warning the economics of producing Ireland's favourite vegetable are becoming increasingly unsustainable, with production costs rising by about 100% since 2020, while retail carrot prices have increased by just 40% over the same period.</p>

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Current carrot price unsustainable as growers call for 6c per carrot increase

<p>In 2025, the Irish horticulture sector contributed an estimated €652m in farm gate value and supported more than 18,000 families through employment in primary production and the wider supply chain.</p>

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Retailers commit to supporting Irish growers and local produce

Healthy food for vitality and energy with super foods high in protein and carbs

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Agri-Food Regulator wants to hear from primary producers

Young woman working with seedlings at plant nursery.

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Department recommends second pilot phase of horticulture seasonal worker permit

Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers

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Agricultural Science Association conference to debate the next generation of farmers

Brian Reidy

Denis Lehane, Lighten Up

Kieran Coughlan, Farm Finance

Paula Hynes, Hoofing It

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New tractor registrations so far this year up 5% on 2025 figures

Counties Cork, Wexford, and Tipperary delivered the highest number of new tractor registrations for July

Mon, 10 Aug, 2026

Minister launches gender-inclusive communications guide

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

Locked gate

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 Market

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

Budget calculation

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

An aerial view of the rural landscape around Dublin Airport , Ireland, showing a patchwork of green fields divided by hedgerows

Total Teagasc income amounted to €248m in 2025

The Tegaasc Annual Report noted a total income of €248m, the sale of land and buildings in Dublin for €1.6m, and the pressure on the Irish mushroom industry with only one available fungicide

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

Macra launches 60th National Autumn rally in Limerick

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

Counting Money Hands Holding Euro Bills, Examining the Value of Cash and Currency Assets

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

Harvest gets off to a strong start after weeks of hot weather

Harvest gets off to a strong start after weeks of hot weather

I was worried that the long, dry, hot weather might reduce yields by prematurely ripening crops. However, the yields and quality so far are good, writes North Cork tillage farmer Tom Barry

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Teagasc announce national conference celebrating women in agriculture

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

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

Diesel fuel nozzle fueling farm tractor. Farming input costs, fuel price increase and emissions pollution concept.

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

All applications to Straw Incorporation Measure accepted

All applications to Straw Incorporation Measure accepted

Agriculture minister said he will 'seek to identify the extra funding' to accommodate all applicants

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

Tirlán names farmers as part of FarmElevate Lighthouse Farm network

Tirlán names farmers as part of FarmElevate Lighthouse Farm network

Tirlán has announced its eight Lighthouse farms which will host Farm Elevate farm walks reflecting the diversity and efficiency of modern dairy farming

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

Irish pollinator plan aims to create nature pockets every 200 metres

Irish pollinator plan aims to create nature pockets every 200 metres

The ambitious five-year plan hopes to create biodiversity spaces to shelter and feed pollinators every 200m across Ireland

Tue, 21 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

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

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

Storage of manure

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

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

Darren Allen: Growing quality crops is only half the battle for tillage farmers

Darren Allen: Growing quality crops is only half the battle for tillage farmers

AgNav has highlighted the low-carbon grains grown in Ireland, yet they are not being utilised by everyone in the feed industry, writes Darren Allen of Ballymaloe Farm

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Freshly processed milk

Irish climate policy could cut protein access for 469,000, UCC Teagasc study reveals

Ireland is specialised in milk and meat production, which are protein sources with a significantly higher digestibility level than plant-based protein

Wed, 17 Jun, 2026

‘Wrap it Pink’ for the Irish Cancer Society

‘Wrap it Pink’ for the Irish Cancer Society

The 'Wrap it Pink' campaign by Dairygold supporting the Irish Cancer Society enters its 12th year with farmers encouraged to buy pink silage bale wrap to donate to the society

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026

Connecting consumers with farming: Agri Aware at Cork Summer Show

Connecting consumers with farming: Agri Aware at Cork Summer Show

Agri Aware hopes to connect Cork Summer Show visitors with agriculture to highlight its crucial role in Ireland with live demos and panel discussions.

Thu, 11 Jun, 2026

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