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Minister has no plans to reopen ACRES

Almost 54,000 farmers are currently enrolled in tranches one and two of the ACRES scheme.

SCHEMES 17 March 2026

Minister has no plans to reopen ACRES

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Inside the Farmers Journal: what is an active farmer and sheep shearer shortage

Inside the Farmers Journal: what is an active farmer and sheep shearer shortage

NEWS 12 March 2026

Department 'very wary' of new CAP proposals

Department 'very wary' of new CAP proposals

NEWS 11 March 2026

Editorial: important to get views across as deadline for CAP submissions looms

Editorial: important to get views across as deadline for CAP submissions looms

Editorial: important to get views across as deadline for CAP submissions looms

VIEWPOINTS 11 March 2026

Two- and three-crop rules remain in place for majority of farmers

Two- and three-crop rules remain in place for majority of farmers

Two- and three-crop rules remain in place for majority of farmers

NEWS 10 March 2026

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Farm diversification training launched by Ballyhoura Development

Farm diversification training launched by Ballyhoura Development

As pressures are increasing within the agricultural sector, diversification has become a key strategy in creating resilient and future-focused farm enterprises.

NEWS 18 February 2026

Leading the way on generational renewal: MEP Maria Walsh

Leading the way on generational renewal: MEP Maria Walsh

MEP Maria Walsh talks about her plan to develop a strong and robust EU policy on generational renewal now she has been appointed lead negotiator for the European Union’s largest group.

FEATURES 18 February 2026

Gorman’s attention to return to core farming issues during Bord Bia probe

Gorman’s attention to return to core farming issues during Bord Bia probe

Francie Gorman said the IFA is to revert to more typical farm issues while the review is done, but he also addressed criticisms some levelled against the IFA's protest, to members in Meath.

NEWS 18 February 2026

‘Properly funded’ but simpler CAP a priority for Minister Heydon

‘Properly funded’ but simpler CAP a priority for Minister Heydon

Minister Heydon said that it is a flexible, fair and properly funded CAP that Ireland wants in 2028.

NEWS 18 February 2026

Entitlement transfer warning

Entitlement transfer warning

There is no provision for payment entitlements from 2028, with the Department signaling the change to farmers in their BISS packs. Darren Carty and Amy Forde report.

NEWS 18 February 2026

Will there be money for doing the right thing?

Will there be money for doing the right thing?

A payment system for meeting new criteria will is likely be the critical dimension to any new CAP that emerges next year.

VIEWPOINTS 18 February 2026

Dairy, biogas, and breeding on one of Germany's most innovative farms

Dairy, biogas, and breeding on one of Germany's most innovative farms

Claire McCormack reports from Germany where she met Christoph Luepschen, a farmer who invested in a €4m AD plant.

FEATURE 18 February 2026

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Advice for supporting gut health

Taking a preventative approach to scours and supplying calves with targeted health products during digestive disturbance are essential for sustained growth.

Advice for supporting gut health

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