Farmers
Caoimhe Harney on 28 Sep 2021
Raise awareness and get involved in Ag Mental Health Week
Ag Mental Health Week takes place from 10 -16 October and will highlight tips for improved wellbeing, insightful panel discussions and available resources.
Caoimhe Harney on 27 Sep 2021
Minister pressed on possible trial of universal basic income for farmers
Minister McConalogue has said the idea would require extensive research and consultation.
Farmers Journal on 27 Sep 2021
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Caoimhe Harney on 25 Sep 2021
Agroforestry could be answer to carbon-neutral farming
Studies show that farmers who use the silvopastoral agroforestry system significantly extend their grazing periods and reduce fodder costs.
Caoimhe Harney on 24 Sep 2021
Agri jobs: farm manager needed in Kildare and Roscommon
We take a look at jobs available in the agri sector. A farm manager is required for an immediate start in Kildare and experienced herdsperson is required in Meath.
Caoimhe Harney on 24 Sep 2021
Origin Green farmers cut their carbon footprint by 18%
Bord Bia's Origin Green progress update report 2021, which outlines that farmers who were part of the programme displayed a significant reduction in emissions and carbon footprint reduction.
Caoimhe Harney on 23 Sep 2021
Extend short-term incapacitation benefits for the self-employed – ICMSA
The ICMSA has said that Budget 2022 must offer serious practical support for 100,000 farming families, as the sector prepares to transition to lower emissions and more climate efficient production.
Stephen Robb on 23 Sep 2021
Tillage Podcast #8: grain prices, fertiliser and ploughing logistics
Stephen Robb and Siobhan Walsh run through the news of the week in the tillage industry including grain prices, fertiliser costs and Minister McConalogue’s commitment to the tillage sector.
Declan O'Brien on 22 Sep 2021
Government moves to cap cattle numbers
Restricted herd numbers are on the way but there is no clarity on when or how this policy will be imposed at farm level.
Adam Woods on 22 Sep 2021
€5/kg needed for winter finishers to break even
Adam Woods reports on a difficult few months up ahead for winter finishers.
Contributor on 22 Sep 2021
Reviving lost traditional bread recipes in Down
On the coastline of Strangford Lough, the gentle paddle of canoes and the aroma of traditional Irish griddle bread combine in a unique visitor experience, developed by Tracey Jeffrey, writes Violet Brown.
Anne O'Donoghue on 22 Sep 2021
From the Big Apple to a Carlow farm
Natalie Cassells grew up in New York in home surrounded by food, but it wasn’t until she moved to Ireland that she indulged her passion for food in a business capacity.
Phelim O'Neill on 22 Sep 2021
UN calls for redirection of $540bn agriculture subsidies
Ahead of this week's UN food systems summit, the UN have released a report calling for a repurposing of subsidies to agriculture globally.
Amy Forde on 22 Sep 2021
Farmers do not own forestry carbon credits – McConalogue
The Minister told an Irish Farmers Journal webinar on Tuesday night that a balance will need to be struck in terms of the public investment in forestry and where credits might go.
David Wright on 22 Sep 2021
Farmers must follow good practice on slurry
By spreading in suitable conditions it enhances the argument that the rules do not need to change.
David Wright on 22 Sep 2021
Five NI farmers on new Lakeland board
The new Lakeland Board is set to take over governance of the co-op from 1 November 2021
Peter McCann on 22 Sep 2021
Market for soil carbon is at ‘an early stage’
The Woodland Carbon Code is used to certify that the trees are being managed in a way that leads to permanent and measurable carbon capture
Caoimhe Harney on 22 Sep 2021
The Law Society wants ‘wholesale reform’ on Rights of Way issues
The Law Society has welcomed the removal of the November deadline for the registration of Rights of Way, but insists that reform in this area is necessary.
Peter McCann on 22 Sep 2021
NI farmers to receive basic payment boost
The Basic Payment Scheme budget in Northern Ireland will increase by 6.2% for the 2021 scheme year.
Stephen Robb on 22 Sep 2021
Nine start-ups selected for UCD ag-tech and food-tech accelerator programme
Nine start-up companies have been selected to take part in University College Dublin’s new AgTechUCD Agccelerator Programme.