The Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) II was originally launched in summer 2015. At that time, there were six schemes opened aimed at the dairy, beef, sheep, pigs, poultry and organic sectors, as well as a scheme for young farmers. The objective of TAMS is to provide an incentive to farmers to upgrade their agricultural buildings and equipment and to improve both working and production conditions on farms.
During budget 2016 it was announced that a scheme specifically tailored for the needs of tillage farmers would be put in place. Last week this scheme was opened, exclusively for tillage farmers. It is officially called the Tillage Capital Investment Scheme. There are 14 measures in the scheme encompassing a number of investment items specific to each.
The purpose of this article is to provide further clarity on what is covered. We have broken down each measure to show the investment items included for grant aid, the Department’s reference cost for each investment item and further commentary where necessary.
Each investment item has a reference cost which should reflect the total cost of an investment. Some of the costs are displayed as formulas. This is to allow for the calculation of costs for different-sized equipment. The grant aid calculation is based on the lowest of either the Department’s reference cost, the proposed cost by an applicant at the application stage or receipts per finished investment item.
On these pages we outline the grant aid available for different farmers. It is important to study the investment items closely and only apply for investments that are really needed on the farm.
Remember, once you receive approval from the Department, you have to make the investment first and pay 100% of the cost before you can make an application for grant aid.
Replacement of a hinged door/sheeted gate with a new sliding door/roller door on agricultural buildings
Roller door €89.2/m2
The rate is per metre square of new sliding door or roller door provided. This is a general safety element for farms.
Sliding door €89.2/m2
Comment: Both of these are very useful safety and security options for grain stores and other buildings.
Retrofitting roof-light
with safety cages *
Retrofitting single roof-light with safety cages €40.9/clear light
The rate is for the safety cage beneath a translucent sheet. It only covers the cage and not the cost of replacing the clear light. The rate is per each clear-sheet (roof-light) fitted with a safety cage in accordance with S.101C. The single roof-light is to be used for cases where the clear light sheet spans between two purloins only. The double roof-light rate is to be used where the clear light spans across three purloins only and the triple roof-light rate is to be used where the clear light spans between four or more purloins.
Retrofitting double roof-light with safety cages €47.5/clear light
Retrofitting triple roof-light with safety cages €55.1/clear light
Wiring OR Rewiring existing agricultural building *
Rewiring existing farm building €6.7/m2
This rate is per m2 of building to be rewired. Calculate the internal area of the building and multiply by the wiring or rewiring existing farm building rate.
Comment: This could also be a very useful safety measure as the usage requirement for electrical power has increased considerably since many buildings, and especially workshops, were wired. Any buiding is eligible.
Yard lights (min 200W equivalent, either metal halide or LED) #
€237.5/item
This cost is per light installed. Multiply rate by number of new lights to be installed.
Comment: Another important addition to many farmyards.
Grain store €211.30/m2
These are costed per metre square for the entire area. The grain store shall be constructed in full accordance with specifications S.101, S102 and S.109.
Comment: Covers ambient grain stores. Bins are not included.
Under-floor ventilation system €45.30/m2
These are costed per m2 area of the grain store in which they are installed.
Comment: Essential for all those using pressurised air to condition or dry grain.
On-floor ventilation system €19.20/m2
Pedestal ventilation system €13/m2
Comment: Covers ducts or pedestals.
Grain store concrete A-segment dividers €89/m2
These are costed per m2 area of the dividers to be provided.
Comment: Very useful in multi-functional stores or essential in large grain stores to help divide contents such as varieties or species.
Doorway grain retainer – steel €89/m2
These are costed per m2 area of the doorway grain retainer to be provided.
Common wall -€165/linear metre
Where the grain store is built sharing a wall with an existing building, then the length of this wall, in metres, shall be put into the investment tab on the on-line system against the substructure common wall.
Ancillary concrete (max 16m width) €24.60/m2
Concrete equivalent to a 16m wide apron across the working side of the grain store may be provided with each tillage scheme grain store. The working side is determined to be the long end for single sided houses and the gable end for double-sided houses. The concrete must adjoin the grain store.
Comment: Don’t spare on the outside facilities to accommodate access, turning and parking.
Mass concrete tank for rainwater harvesting y = 0.1104x + 2,976.3
The cost is calculated by use of the equation given for each tank type, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank is of mass concrete and 40,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 40,000 x 0.1104 and then add 2,976.3. This gives a cost of €7,392.30 for the tank. This includes the cost of the lid and calmed inlet and overflow.
Precast concrete tank for rainwater harvesting y = 0.2203x + 3989.2
Non-concrete tanks for rainwater harvesting y = 0.2203x + 3989.2
Filters designed for flow from up to 200m2 roof area €311.6/item
Filters designed for flow between 201m2 and 500m2 roof area – €425/item
Filters designed for flow from 2500m2 to 3000m2 roof area – €2,094.15/item
Covered Drains uPVC 150mm – €8.06/linear metre
These are costed dependent upon the area of roof that each filter is serving.
Covered Drains uPVC 225mm €8.60/linear metre
(150mm and 225mm) are costed per linear metre. These drains are for the purpose of rainwater harvesting only. If the drains have to be put under existing concrete then the higher rates should be used.
Covered drains uPVC 150mm
under existing concrete
€22.09/linear metre
Covered drains uPVC 225mm
under existing concrete
€24.80/linear metre
Manholes (including cover) €222.58/item
Manholes and sump tanks are costed per item. The reference cost includes the cost of a heavy-duty lid.
Round gutter (including all brackets, stop-ends, outlets and fixing) €17.58/linear metre
Gutters and RWP (rainwater down-pipes) are costed per linear metre. These are only eligible to be installed on buildings from which rainwater is being harvested.
Box gutter (including all brackets, stop-ends, outlets and fixings) €18.68/linear metre
Gutters and RWP are costed per linear metre. These are only eligible to be installed on buildings from which rainwater is being harvested.
Rainwater down-pipes (including offsets toes and fixing)
€19.78/linear metre
Gutters and RWP are costed per linear metre. These are only eligible to be installed on buildings from which rainwater is being harvested.
Comment: While many may want rainwater to go away rather than to keep it, this is an increasingly contentious issue. The ability to harvest water, especially for those with a modest area of roof space, will help to decrease future water bills for spraying, as well as slowing the water flow to streams and rivers which adds to flooding risk.
Sumps (including cover)
€222.58/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Sump pump €397.19/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Comment: More than one pump can be aided.
UV treatment €1,555/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Chlorination treatment
€1,750/item
Rainwater treatment. These are costed on a per-item basis.
Water meter €190/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Header tank to allow quick fill of water into sprayer/bowser
y = 0.2203x + 3989.2
Header tank to allow quick fill of water into sprayer/bowser. These are costed based on the capacity, in litres, of the header tank. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank has a 5,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 5,000 x 0.2203 and then add 3989.2. This gives a cost of €5,090.70 for the tank. This includes the cost of the cover and supports.
Mobile water tanker to fit
on to existing trailer
y = 0.3555x + 1,250.7
These are costed based on the capacity, in litres, of the mobile water tanker. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank has a 10,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 10,000 x 0.3555 and then add 1250.7. This gives a cost of €4,805.70 for the tank.
Comment: Can be either plastic or stainless steel tanks.
Mobile water tanker
y = 1.983x - 5043.5
These are costed based on the capacity, in litres, of the mobile water tanker. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank has a 10,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 10,000 x 1.983 and then subtract 5,043.5. This gives a cost of €14,786.50 for the tank.
Tractor steering control with min 200mm accuracy – new machine €9,400/item
These are costed on a per-unit basis, per tractor fitted both new and retrofit.
Comment: This can range from the basic free-to-operate systems to full RTK units, depending on farmer needs.
Tractor steering control with min 200mm accuracy – retrofit €10,800/item
These are costed on a per-unit basis, per tractor fitted both new and retrofit.
Yield monitors for combine €3,300/item
These are costed on a per-unit basis, per combine fitted.
Comment: Potentially useful for growers who want to address in-field performance variation on owned land.
Mounted sprayer with electronic control y = 11.694x + 9,758.5
Both mounted and trailed sprayers are costed based on the capacity of the main spray tank, regardless of the boom width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= volume of the spray tank in litres and y = the cost of the sprayer. For example, if the proposed mounted sprayer has electronic control with a main spray tank capacity of 1,200 litres, to get the cost of the sprayer multiply 1,200 by 11.694 and then add 9,758.5. This gives a cost of €23,791.30 for the sprayer.
Comment: This is your standard higher-end sprayer.
Mounted sprayer with GPS control
y = 15.766x + 11,369
Trailed sprayer with electronic control y = 12.803x + 6445
Comment: This is your standard higher-end sprayer.
Trailed sprayer with GPS control
y = 11.207x + 14499
Full GPS section control for
sprayers – retrofit €8,700/item
This is for the retrofitting of full GPS control to an existing sprayer – it does not apply to the purchase of new sprayers. The cost is based per unit.
Self-propelled sprayer
€200,000/item
These are costed per-unit basis, regardless of tank size or boom width.
Comment: These machines must be GPS ready.
Minimum disturbance tillage
(PTO-driven equipment not permitted) #
Disc stubble cultivator – trailed
y = 2,980.5x + 22,081
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= working width of the disc cultivator and y = the cost of the disc cultivator. For example if the proposed trailed disc cultivator has a working width of 4.5m, to get the cost of the disc cultivator multiply 4.5 by 2,980.5 and then add 22,081. This gives a cost of €35,493.25 for the trailed disc cultivator.
Disc stubble cultivator – mounted
y = 5,889.7x - 3012
Tine stubble cultivator – trailed
y = 5,800.7x + 16,268
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= working width of the tine cultivator and y = the cost of the tine cultivator. For example, if the proposed trailed tine cultivator has a working width of 4.5m, to get the cost of the trailed tine cultivator multiply 4.5 by 5,800.7 and then add 16,268. This gives a cost of €42,371.15 for the trailed tine cultivator.
Tine stubble cultivator – mounted
y = 8,051.5x - 10,698
Comment: There are specs that attach to all these machines so it is possible that some units may not qualify for support. It is also important to identify specifically what you want a disc to do as the rear rollers in particular can impact on the ability of these machines to successfully control pests.
Seed broadcaster to mount on
cultivator €3,400/item
These are costed on a per unit basis.
Combined tine and disc cultivator – trailed y = 8,094x + 15,113
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= working width of the combined tine and disc cultivator and y = the cost of the combined tine and disc cultivator. For example if the proposed trailed combined tine and disc cultivator has a working width of 5.0m, to get the cost of the combined tine and disc cultivator multiply 5.0 by 8,094 and then add 15,113. This gives a cost of €55,583.00 for the trailed combined tine and disc cultivator.
Combined tine and disc cultivator – mounted y = 6,056.5x + 1,168.3
Min till tine and disc drill – trailed
y = 11,499x + 20,214
Min till tine and disc drill – mounted y = 8,071.2x + 12,646
Comment: These drills should not be seen as a solution to poorly structured soil but they can contribute to its improvement. However, it makes much more sense to have your soil in good structural condition before you begin to rely on these techniques.
Min till tine and disc drill
– trailed, seed and fertiliser
y = 13,554x + 15,546
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser and y = the cost of the min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser. For example, if the proposed trailed min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser has a working width of 4.0m, to get the cost of the trailed min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser multiply 4.0 by 13,554 and then add 15,546. This gives a cost of €69,762.00 for the min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser.
Direct drill y = 8,312.5x + 57,000
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the direct drill and y = the cost of the direct drill. For example, if the proposed direct drill has a working width of 3.0m, to get the cost of the direct drill multiply 3.0 by 8,312.5 and then add 57,000. This gives a cost of €81,937.50 for the direct drill.
Strip till drill
y = 15,670x + 13,761
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the strip till drill and y = the cost of the strip till drill. For example if the proposed strip till drill has a working width of 3.0m, to get the cost of the strip till drill, multiply 3.0 by 15,670 and then add 13,761. This gives a cost of €60,771.00 for the strip till drill.
Strip till drill – seed and fertiliser
y = 5,352.2x + 47,943
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the strip till drill with fertilizer and y = the cost of the strip till drill with fertiliser. For example, if the proposed strip till drill with fertiliser has a working width of 3.0m, to get the cost of the strip till drill with fertiliser multiply 3.0 by 5,352.2 and then add 47,943. This gives a cost of €63,999.60 for the strip till drill with fertiliser.
Heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press y = 2,316.5x - 1,147
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press and y = the cost of the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press. For example, if the proposed heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press has a working width of 6.0m, to get the cost of the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press multiply 6.0 by 2,316.5 and then subtract 1,147. This gives a cost of €12,752.00 for the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press.
Comment: Must be a ring roller. Rings can be front mounted. All rings must be >500mm diameter.
Grain treatment equipment #
Grain dryer – batch – direct heat only y = 1,203.8x + 36,284
Both direct and indirect fired batch grain driers are costed based on the capacity, in metres cubed (m3), that the drier can dry in one batch. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= capacity, in m3, of the drier and y = the cost of the drier. For example, if the proposed direct fired drier has a capacity of 10m3, to get the cost of the direct fired drier multiply 10 by 1,203.8 and then add 36,284. This gives a cost of €48,322.00 for the direct fired drier.
Grain dryer – batch – indirect heat only y = 1,316.5x + 43,481
Comment: Indirect heat is where the heat source or flame does not go directly to the dryer so as to remove the risks associated with combustion emissions. Biomass burners can be aided. Where direct heat is used, the fuel must be certified for that use.
Grain dryer – continuous flow – direct heat only
y = 1826.9x + 71067
Both direct and indirect fired continuous flow grain driers are costed based on the capacity, in tonnes per hour, that the drier can dry in one hour. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= capacity, in tonnes per hour, of the drier and y = the cost of the drier. For example, if the proposed direct-fired continuous flow grain drier has a capacity of 60t per hour, to get the cost of the direct fired continuous flow drier multiply 60 by 1,826.9 and then add 71,067. This gives a cost of €180,681.00 for the direct fired continuous flow drier.
Grain dryer – Continuous flow – indirect heat only
y = 1,826.9x + 72,967
Grain elevator/augers (not for grain dryers) €1,500/item
These are costed on a unit basis.
Comment: These are so handy where they can be fitted or afforded in today’s economic climate.
Grain mill (roller/crimper)
y = 1,496x + 6,128.2
Grain mills are costed based on the nominal dry rolling capacity, in tonnes per hour. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= capacity, in tonnes per hour, of the grain mill and y = the cost of the grain mill. For example, if the proposed grain mill has a capacity of 5t per hour, to get the cost of the grain mill multiply 5 by 1,496 and then add 6,128.2. This gives a cost of €13,608.20 for the grain mill.
Comment: A way to potentially add value to grain but this really needs conditioned storage.
Liquid treatment applicator €1,190/item
These are costed on a per unit basis.
Powder treatment applicator €5,460/item
These are costed on a per unit basis.
Comment: Useful ways to safely store higher moisture grain for the rolling market.
Intake web one row
€247/linear metre
These are costed per linear metre of web to be fitted. There are different rates for one- and two-row harvesters and also for main and intake webs.
Main web one-row €221/linear metre
Intake web two-row €375/linear metre
Main web two-row €335/linear metre
Separator segments/dolmens
€60/item
These are costed per segment / dolmen to be fitted to the potato harvester.
Comment: Essential equipment for growers producing salad potatoes.
Full GPS section control for fertiliser spreader €11,300/item
This is only for the additional cost of full GPS control on a new spreader.
Comment: Aid only applies to the additional cost of the additional GPS controlled technology. The cost breakdown must be shown on the receipt. The GPS control system shall be an integral part of the new fertiliser spreader. The unit must be capable of controlling application rate, width of spread to both left and right and headland on and off. And these must be automatic.
Wheel-Changing Equipment #
Wheel changing crate €1,220/unit
These are all costed on a per-unit basis
Wheel pumping crate – manual pumping €700/unit
Wheel pumping crate – fully
automatic €8,970/unit
* = 12 months from the date of issue of approval to the completion of investment and submission of payment claim.
# = six months from the date of issue of approval to the completion of investment and submission of payment claim.
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How to: make a Tillage Capital Investment Scheme application
Editorial: tillage capital investment scheme
The Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) II was originally launched in summer 2015. At that time, there were six schemes opened aimed at the dairy, beef, sheep, pigs, poultry and organic sectors, as well as a scheme for young farmers. The objective of TAMS is to provide an incentive to farmers to upgrade their agricultural buildings and equipment and to improve both working and production conditions on farms.
During budget 2016 it was announced that a scheme specifically tailored for the needs of tillage farmers would be put in place. Last week this scheme was opened, exclusively for tillage farmers. It is officially called the Tillage Capital Investment Scheme. There are 14 measures in the scheme encompassing a number of investment items specific to each.
The purpose of this article is to provide further clarity on what is covered. We have broken down each measure to show the investment items included for grant aid, the Department’s reference cost for each investment item and further commentary where necessary.
Each investment item has a reference cost which should reflect the total cost of an investment. Some of the costs are displayed as formulas. This is to allow for the calculation of costs for different-sized equipment. The grant aid calculation is based on the lowest of either the Department’s reference cost, the proposed cost by an applicant at the application stage or receipts per finished investment item.
On these pages we outline the grant aid available for different farmers. It is important to study the investment items closely and only apply for investments that are really needed on the farm.
Remember, once you receive approval from the Department, you have to make the investment first and pay 100% of the cost before you can make an application for grant aid.
Replacement of a hinged door/sheeted gate with a new sliding door/roller door on agricultural buildings
Roller door €89.2/m2
The rate is per metre square of new sliding door or roller door provided. This is a general safety element for farms.
Sliding door €89.2/m2
Comment: Both of these are very useful safety and security options for grain stores and other buildings.
Retrofitting roof-light
with safety cages *
Retrofitting single roof-light with safety cages €40.9/clear light
The rate is for the safety cage beneath a translucent sheet. It only covers the cage and not the cost of replacing the clear light. The rate is per each clear-sheet (roof-light) fitted with a safety cage in accordance with S.101C. The single roof-light is to be used for cases where the clear light sheet spans between two purloins only. The double roof-light rate is to be used where the clear light spans across three purloins only and the triple roof-light rate is to be used where the clear light spans between four or more purloins.
Retrofitting double roof-light with safety cages €47.5/clear light
Retrofitting triple roof-light with safety cages €55.1/clear light
Wiring OR Rewiring existing agricultural building *
Rewiring existing farm building €6.7/m2
This rate is per m2 of building to be rewired. Calculate the internal area of the building and multiply by the wiring or rewiring existing farm building rate.
Comment: This could also be a very useful safety measure as the usage requirement for electrical power has increased considerably since many buildings, and especially workshops, were wired. Any buiding is eligible.
Yard lights (min 200W equivalent, either metal halide or LED) #
€237.5/item
This cost is per light installed. Multiply rate by number of new lights to be installed.
Comment: Another important addition to many farmyards.
Grain store €211.30/m2
These are costed per metre square for the entire area. The grain store shall be constructed in full accordance with specifications S.101, S102 and S.109.
Comment: Covers ambient grain stores. Bins are not included.
Under-floor ventilation system €45.30/m2
These are costed per m2 area of the grain store in which they are installed.
Comment: Essential for all those using pressurised air to condition or dry grain.
On-floor ventilation system €19.20/m2
Pedestal ventilation system €13/m2
Comment: Covers ducts or pedestals.
Grain store concrete A-segment dividers €89/m2
These are costed per m2 area of the dividers to be provided.
Comment: Very useful in multi-functional stores or essential in large grain stores to help divide contents such as varieties or species.
Doorway grain retainer – steel €89/m2
These are costed per m2 area of the doorway grain retainer to be provided.
Common wall -€165/linear metre
Where the grain store is built sharing a wall with an existing building, then the length of this wall, in metres, shall be put into the investment tab on the on-line system against the substructure common wall.
Ancillary concrete (max 16m width) €24.60/m2
Concrete equivalent to a 16m wide apron across the working side of the grain store may be provided with each tillage scheme grain store. The working side is determined to be the long end for single sided houses and the gable end for double-sided houses. The concrete must adjoin the grain store.
Comment: Don’t spare on the outside facilities to accommodate access, turning and parking.
Mass concrete tank for rainwater harvesting y = 0.1104x + 2,976.3
The cost is calculated by use of the equation given for each tank type, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank is of mass concrete and 40,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 40,000 x 0.1104 and then add 2,976.3. This gives a cost of €7,392.30 for the tank. This includes the cost of the lid and calmed inlet and overflow.
Precast concrete tank for rainwater harvesting y = 0.2203x + 3989.2
Non-concrete tanks for rainwater harvesting y = 0.2203x + 3989.2
Filters designed for flow from up to 200m2 roof area €311.6/item
Filters designed for flow between 201m2 and 500m2 roof area – €425/item
Filters designed for flow from 2500m2 to 3000m2 roof area – €2,094.15/item
Covered Drains uPVC 150mm – €8.06/linear metre
These are costed dependent upon the area of roof that each filter is serving.
Covered Drains uPVC 225mm €8.60/linear metre
(150mm and 225mm) are costed per linear metre. These drains are for the purpose of rainwater harvesting only. If the drains have to be put under existing concrete then the higher rates should be used.
Covered drains uPVC 150mm
under existing concrete
€22.09/linear metre
Covered drains uPVC 225mm
under existing concrete
€24.80/linear metre
Manholes (including cover) €222.58/item
Manholes and sump tanks are costed per item. The reference cost includes the cost of a heavy-duty lid.
Round gutter (including all brackets, stop-ends, outlets and fixing) €17.58/linear metre
Gutters and RWP (rainwater down-pipes) are costed per linear metre. These are only eligible to be installed on buildings from which rainwater is being harvested.
Box gutter (including all brackets, stop-ends, outlets and fixings) €18.68/linear metre
Gutters and RWP are costed per linear metre. These are only eligible to be installed on buildings from which rainwater is being harvested.
Rainwater down-pipes (including offsets toes and fixing)
€19.78/linear metre
Gutters and RWP are costed per linear metre. These are only eligible to be installed on buildings from which rainwater is being harvested.
Comment: While many may want rainwater to go away rather than to keep it, this is an increasingly contentious issue. The ability to harvest water, especially for those with a modest area of roof space, will help to decrease future water bills for spraying, as well as slowing the water flow to streams and rivers which adds to flooding risk.
Sumps (including cover)
€222.58/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Sump pump €397.19/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Comment: More than one pump can be aided.
UV treatment €1,555/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Chlorination treatment
€1,750/item
Rainwater treatment. These are costed on a per-item basis.
Water meter €190/item
These are costed on a per-item basis.
Header tank to allow quick fill of water into sprayer/bowser
y = 0.2203x + 3989.2
Header tank to allow quick fill of water into sprayer/bowser. These are costed based on the capacity, in litres, of the header tank. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank has a 5,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 5,000 x 0.2203 and then add 3989.2. This gives a cost of €5,090.70 for the tank. This includes the cost of the cover and supports.
Mobile water tanker to fit
on to existing trailer
y = 0.3555x + 1,250.7
These are costed based on the capacity, in litres, of the mobile water tanker. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank has a 10,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 10,000 x 0.3555 and then add 1250.7. This gives a cost of €4,805.70 for the tank.
Comment: Can be either plastic or stainless steel tanks.
Mobile water tanker
y = 1.983x - 5043.5
These are costed based on the capacity, in litres, of the mobile water tanker. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= volume of the tank in litres and y = the cost of the tank. For example, if the proposed tank has a 10,000 litres capacity, to get the cost of the tank multiply 10,000 x 1.983 and then subtract 5,043.5. This gives a cost of €14,786.50 for the tank.
Tractor steering control with min 200mm accuracy – new machine €9,400/item
These are costed on a per-unit basis, per tractor fitted both new and retrofit.
Comment: This can range from the basic free-to-operate systems to full RTK units, depending on farmer needs.
Tractor steering control with min 200mm accuracy – retrofit €10,800/item
These are costed on a per-unit basis, per tractor fitted both new and retrofit.
Yield monitors for combine €3,300/item
These are costed on a per-unit basis, per combine fitted.
Comment: Potentially useful for growers who want to address in-field performance variation on owned land.
Mounted sprayer with electronic control y = 11.694x + 9,758.5
Both mounted and trailed sprayers are costed based on the capacity of the main spray tank, regardless of the boom width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= volume of the spray tank in litres and y = the cost of the sprayer. For example, if the proposed mounted sprayer has electronic control with a main spray tank capacity of 1,200 litres, to get the cost of the sprayer multiply 1,200 by 11.694 and then add 9,758.5. This gives a cost of €23,791.30 for the sprayer.
Comment: This is your standard higher-end sprayer.
Mounted sprayer with GPS control
y = 15.766x + 11,369
Trailed sprayer with electronic control y = 12.803x + 6445
Comment: This is your standard higher-end sprayer.
Trailed sprayer with GPS control
y = 11.207x + 14499
Full GPS section control for
sprayers – retrofit €8,700/item
This is for the retrofitting of full GPS control to an existing sprayer – it does not apply to the purchase of new sprayers. The cost is based per unit.
Self-propelled sprayer
€200,000/item
These are costed per-unit basis, regardless of tank size or boom width.
Comment: These machines must be GPS ready.
Minimum disturbance tillage
(PTO-driven equipment not permitted) #
Disc stubble cultivator – trailed
y = 2,980.5x + 22,081
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= working width of the disc cultivator and y = the cost of the disc cultivator. For example if the proposed trailed disc cultivator has a working width of 4.5m, to get the cost of the disc cultivator multiply 4.5 by 2,980.5 and then add 22,081. This gives a cost of €35,493.25 for the trailed disc cultivator.
Disc stubble cultivator – mounted
y = 5,889.7x - 3012
Tine stubble cultivator – trailed
y = 5,800.7x + 16,268
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= working width of the tine cultivator and y = the cost of the tine cultivator. For example, if the proposed trailed tine cultivator has a working width of 4.5m, to get the cost of the trailed tine cultivator multiply 4.5 by 5,800.7 and then add 16,268. This gives a cost of €42,371.15 for the trailed tine cultivator.
Tine stubble cultivator – mounted
y = 8,051.5x - 10,698
Comment: There are specs that attach to all these machines so it is possible that some units may not qualify for support. It is also important to identify specifically what you want a disc to do as the rear rollers in particular can impact on the ability of these machines to successfully control pests.
Seed broadcaster to mount on
cultivator €3,400/item
These are costed on a per unit basis.
Combined tine and disc cultivator – trailed y = 8,094x + 15,113
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= working width of the combined tine and disc cultivator and y = the cost of the combined tine and disc cultivator. For example if the proposed trailed combined tine and disc cultivator has a working width of 5.0m, to get the cost of the combined tine and disc cultivator multiply 5.0 by 8,094 and then add 15,113. This gives a cost of €55,583.00 for the trailed combined tine and disc cultivator.
Combined tine and disc cultivator – mounted y = 6,056.5x + 1,168.3
Min till tine and disc drill – trailed
y = 11,499x + 20,214
Min till tine and disc drill – mounted y = 8,071.2x + 12,646
Comment: These drills should not be seen as a solution to poorly structured soil but they can contribute to its improvement. However, it makes much more sense to have your soil in good structural condition before you begin to rely on these techniques.
Min till tine and disc drill
– trailed, seed and fertiliser
y = 13,554x + 15,546
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser and y = the cost of the min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser. For example, if the proposed trailed min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser has a working width of 4.0m, to get the cost of the trailed min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser multiply 4.0 by 13,554 and then add 15,546. This gives a cost of €69,762.00 for the min till tine and disc drill with fertiliser.
Direct drill y = 8,312.5x + 57,000
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the direct drill and y = the cost of the direct drill. For example, if the proposed direct drill has a working width of 3.0m, to get the cost of the direct drill multiply 3.0 by 8,312.5 and then add 57,000. This gives a cost of €81,937.50 for the direct drill.
Strip till drill
y = 15,670x + 13,761
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the strip till drill and y = the cost of the strip till drill. For example if the proposed strip till drill has a working width of 3.0m, to get the cost of the strip till drill, multiply 3.0 by 15,670 and then add 13,761. This gives a cost of €60,771.00 for the strip till drill.
Strip till drill – seed and fertiliser
y = 5,352.2x + 47,943
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the strip till drill with fertilizer and y = the cost of the strip till drill with fertiliser. For example, if the proposed strip till drill with fertiliser has a working width of 3.0m, to get the cost of the strip till drill with fertiliser multiply 3.0 by 5,352.2 and then add 47,943. This gives a cost of €63,999.60 for the strip till drill with fertiliser.
Heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press y = 2,316.5x - 1,147
These are costed per linear metre of working width. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= working width of the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press and y = the cost of the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press. For example, if the proposed heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press has a working width of 6.0m, to get the cost of the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press multiply 6.0 by 2,316.5 and then subtract 1,147. This gives a cost of €12,752.00 for the heavy Cambridge roller/furrow press.
Comment: Must be a ring roller. Rings can be front mounted. All rings must be >500mm diameter.
Grain treatment equipment #
Grain dryer – batch – direct heat only y = 1,203.8x + 36,284
Both direct and indirect fired batch grain driers are costed based on the capacity, in metres cubed (m3), that the drier can dry in one batch. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= capacity, in m3, of the drier and y = the cost of the drier. For example, if the proposed direct fired drier has a capacity of 10m3, to get the cost of the direct fired drier multiply 10 by 1,203.8 and then add 36,284. This gives a cost of €48,322.00 for the direct fired drier.
Grain dryer – batch – indirect heat only y = 1,316.5x + 43,481
Comment: Indirect heat is where the heat source or flame does not go directly to the dryer so as to remove the risks associated with combustion emissions. Biomass burners can be aided. Where direct heat is used, the fuel must be certified for that use.
Grain dryer – continuous flow – direct heat only
y = 1826.9x + 71067
Both direct and indirect fired continuous flow grain driers are costed based on the capacity, in tonnes per hour, that the drier can dry in one hour. The cost is calculated by use of the relevant equation given, where x= capacity, in tonnes per hour, of the drier and y = the cost of the drier. For example, if the proposed direct-fired continuous flow grain drier has a capacity of 60t per hour, to get the cost of the direct fired continuous flow drier multiply 60 by 1,826.9 and then add 71,067. This gives a cost of €180,681.00 for the direct fired continuous flow drier.
Grain dryer – Continuous flow – indirect heat only
y = 1,826.9x + 72,967
Grain elevator/augers (not for grain dryers) €1,500/item
These are costed on a unit basis.
Comment: These are so handy where they can be fitted or afforded in today’s economic climate.
Grain mill (roller/crimper)
y = 1,496x + 6,128.2
Grain mills are costed based on the nominal dry rolling capacity, in tonnes per hour. The cost is calculated by use of the equation given, where x= capacity, in tonnes per hour, of the grain mill and y = the cost of the grain mill. For example, if the proposed grain mill has a capacity of 5t per hour, to get the cost of the grain mill multiply 5 by 1,496 and then add 6,128.2. This gives a cost of €13,608.20 for the grain mill.
Comment: A way to potentially add value to grain but this really needs conditioned storage.
Liquid treatment applicator €1,190/item
These are costed on a per unit basis.
Powder treatment applicator €5,460/item
These are costed on a per unit basis.
Comment: Useful ways to safely store higher moisture grain for the rolling market.
Intake web one row
€247/linear metre
These are costed per linear metre of web to be fitted. There are different rates for one- and two-row harvesters and also for main and intake webs.
Main web one-row €221/linear metre
Intake web two-row €375/linear metre
Main web two-row €335/linear metre
Separator segments/dolmens
€60/item
These are costed per segment / dolmen to be fitted to the potato harvester.
Comment: Essential equipment for growers producing salad potatoes.
Full GPS section control for fertiliser spreader €11,300/item
This is only for the additional cost of full GPS control on a new spreader.
Comment: Aid only applies to the additional cost of the additional GPS controlled technology. The cost breakdown must be shown on the receipt. The GPS control system shall be an integral part of the new fertiliser spreader. The unit must be capable of controlling application rate, width of spread to both left and right and headland on and off. And these must be automatic.
Wheel-Changing Equipment #
Wheel changing crate €1,220/unit
These are all costed on a per-unit basis
Wheel pumping crate – manual pumping €700/unit
Wheel pumping crate – fully
automatic €8,970/unit
* = 12 months from the date of issue of approval to the completion of investment and submission of payment claim.
# = six months from the date of issue of approval to the completion of investment and submission of payment claim.
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