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71% of tillage farmers have less than 30ha

The majority of farmers with tillage in Ireland are small farmers. These figures detail the size of farms.

NEWS 1 February 2026

71% of tillage farmers have less than 30ha

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Stick to the varieties on the recommended lists

Stick to the varieties on the recommended lists

NEWS 11 January 2026

Solid oat varieties on 2026 list

Solid oat varieties on 2026 list

CROPS 9 January 2026

Native grain buyers competing with mills not using any Irish grain

Native grain buyers competing with mills not using any Irish grain

Native grain buyers competing with mills not using any Irish grain

NEWS 7 January 2026

Irish oats used for plant-based Baileys

Irish oats used for plant-based Baileys

Irish oats used for plant-based Baileys

NEWS 23 December 2025

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More research needed on Irish grain feed values

More research needed on Irish grain feed values

Irish grain appears to be performing better than its paper value in animal feed, but yet it is struggling to compete.

NEWS 11 November 2025

Choose Irish this Christmas and support Irish tillage and veg farmers

Choose Irish this Christmas and support Irish tillage and veg farmers

Support Irish this Christmas wherever possible from potatoes and vegetables – to crisps and oats.

NEWS 11 November 2025

Straw payments to commence from 16 December

Straw payments to commence from 16 December

Payments under the Straw Incorporation Measure are to begin on 16 December and are due to go out to over 2,700 applicants.

NEWS 11 November 2025

Flahavan’s oats awards head to Cork and Tipperary

Flahavan’s oats awards head to Cork and Tipperary

Finalists were evaluated for grower excellence in agronomy, field practice and environmental sustainability.

NEWS 11 November 2025

Organic porridge oats from Dunnes Stores recalled

Organic porridge oats from Dunnes Stores recalled

The FSAI confirmed that recall notices will be displayed at the point of sale in Dunnes Stores outlets.

NEWS 11 November 2025

Teagasc researches benefits of oats in rations

Teagasc researches benefits of oats in rations

Teagasc has carried out research into replacing barley with oats in rations and there is no difference in animal performance.

NEWS 11 November 2025

Two-crop rule removal dependent on votes at EU council and parliament

Two-crop rule removal dependent on votes at EU council and parliament

The two-crop rule required under CAP could be removed if current proposals are brought forward. The IFA has welcomed the move.

NEWS 11 November 2025

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Strong cow health after calving – the key to a successful breeding season

The weeks after calving are one of the most critical periods in the dairy year. Cow health during this post-calving phase has a direct impact on milk yield, fertility and overall herd performance.

Strong cow health after calving – the key to a successful breeding season

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