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New policy launched by Government sets out ‘ambitious vision’ for rural Ireland

A series of regional events will be held across the country over the coming months to engage directly with rural communities on the priorities and commitments set out in the new policy.

NEWS 27 October 2026

New policy launched by Government sets out ‘ambitious vision’ for rural Ireland

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Minister's commitment to generational renewal welcomed by Macra

Minister's commitment to generational renewal welcomed by Macra

NEWS 27 October 2026

Proposals to strengthen ESB powers a 'significant concern' for forest landowners

Proposals to strengthen ESB powers a 'significant concern' for forest landowners

NEWS 27 October 2026

Three indicted over €3.5m farm payments fraud

Three indicted over €3.5m farm payments fraud

Three indicted over €3.5m farm payments fraud

NEWS 27 October 2026

Cattle kill for 2026 down almost 4% on 2025 levels

Cattle kill for 2026 down almost 4% on 2025 levels

Cattle kill for 2026 down almost 4% on 2025 levels

NEWS 27 October 2026

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Seven in 10 Europeans believe food innovation can help farmers and food security

Seven in 10 Europeans believe food innovation can help farmers and food security

Fruits and vegetables from crops adapted to drought, pests or extreme weather had the highest level of acceptance, with half of respondents saying they would feel comfortable with such products.

NEWS 27 October 2026

Over 2,500 farmers sought slurry spreading extension

Over 2,500 farmers sought slurry spreading extension

Farmers who wished to avail of the extension were required to register with the Department of Agriculture’s nitrates section in advance of spreading slurry.

NEWS 24 October 2026

Agri jobs: Louth, Westmeath and Cork seek dairy farm workers

Agri jobs: Louth, Westmeath and Cork seek dairy farm workers

There are opportunities on dairy farms across the country, with operations in Cork, Louth and Westmeath seeking workers.

NEWS 24 October 2026

Weekend weather: wet and windy conditions expected over coming days

Weekend weather: wet and windy conditions expected over coming days

Unsettled conditions are set to kick in from Friday and remain for the weekend and into next week, according to Met Éireann.

NEWS 23 October 2026

Shamonda virus confirmed in human in France

Shamonda virus confirmed in human in France

The disease was identified in animals in Europe in July and spread rapidly across the continent. This is the first case of the disease in a human.

NEWS 22 October 2026

CAP cut would affect every farmer and leave food security on tenterhooks - IFA

CAP cut would affect every farmer and leave food security on tenterhooks - IFA

Job losses, food insecurity and an unattractive sector for the next generation were cited as some of the impacts the cut to the CAP agricultural budget will have on Ireland.

NEWS 22 October 2026

Italian criminal groups managing EU agricultural subsidies brought before judge

Italian criminal groups managing EU agricultural subsidies brought before judge

The investigation was carried out between 2024 and 2025 and revealed that an agricultural assistance centre operating unlawfully was used to process applications to obtain the subsidies.

NEWS 22 October 2026

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Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

Bord Bia Head of Dairy David Kennedy spoke to Julian Mellentin, New Nutrition business founder, to explore the trends influencing dairy and what they could mean for Ireland’s grass-fed dairy sector.

Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

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