Department of Agriculture

Nitrates: derogation application, 2025 stocking rates and cow banding updates

Farmers can now apply for a 2026 nitrates derogation, view 2025 bovine grassland stocking rates and declare this year's herd banding for nitrates.

NEWS 31 March 2026

Nitrates: derogation application, 2025 stocking rates and cow banding updates

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What you need to know about new TB testing changes

What you need to know about new TB testing changes

NEWS 30 March 2026

Cattle kill down over 19% year on year

Cattle kill down over 19% year on year

NEWS 26 March 2026

Dairy farmer jailed pending trial for breaching bail conditions

Dairy farmer jailed pending trial for breaching bail conditions

Dairy farmer jailed pending trial for breaching bail conditions

NEWS 26 March 2026

16 farmer clinics for BISS and scheme applications

16 farmer clinics for BISS and scheme applications

16 farmer clinics for BISS and scheme applications

SCHEMES 25 March 2026

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Judge warns dairy farmer he faces jail over breaking bail terms

Judge warns dairy farmer he faces jail over breaking bail terms

An inspection on the farm two weeks ago found 15 dead calves in a pile, with a veterinary inspector having concerns for other animals.

NEWS 18 March 2026

Bluetongue found in Monaghan animal slaughtered last November

Bluetongue found in Monaghan animal slaughtered last November

The animal, which originated from a farm in Co Monaghan, was slaughtered in November 2025.

NEWS 18 March 2026

Domestic dwellings to be removed from TAMS solar grants

Domestic dwellings to be removed from TAMS solar grants

Farmers wishing to install solar panels for domestic use may apply for support from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, the Department official said.

SCHEMES 18 March 2026

Whiskey consultation to open soon

Whiskey consultation to open soon

The whiskey consultation which has been delayed is to open soon and will open for two months before opposition to the consultation can take place.

NEWS 18 March 2026

Forage crops – the costs, benefits and questions to ask

Forage crops – the costs, benefits and questions to ask

In this week’s forage focus we look at costs, benefits and crop choices when it comes to forage crops.

FODDER 18 March 2026

Man (70s) arrested over suspected illegal cock fighting

Man (70s) arrested over suspected illegal cock fighting

The arrest comes as a result of an investigation into a suspected illegal cock fighting event at a private residence in Emyvale that was reported to gardaí in July 2024.

NEWS 18 March 2026

Dempsey at Large: recoupling - pushing an open door

Dempsey at Large: recoupling - pushing an open door

At this stage, it must be assumed that the political will to maintain a core of agricultural activity exists.

VIEWPOINTS 18 March 2026

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Reducing calf pneumonia with vaccination on a Donegal dairy-beef farm

In east Donegal, farmer Gareth Peoples explains how a tailored vaccination programme transformed the health and performance of his calves, while reducing stress during this busy period.

Reducing calf pneumonia with vaccination on a Donegal dairy-beef farm

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