Innovation

Young Stock Podcast: from the fields of Westmeath to ag-tech start-ups

On this week’s podcast, Hannah Furlong interviews Stephen Fagan to discuss his journey in ag tech, his passion for start-ups and the importance of innovation in agriculture today.

NEWS 7 May 2026

Young Stock Podcast: from the fields of Westmeath to ag-tech start-ups

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Methane-reducing feed additives and TB included in €37.5m research funding

Methane-reducing feed additives and TB included in €37.5m research funding

NEWS 30 April 2026

New young innovator of the year award for Ploughing 2026

New young innovator of the year award for Ploughing 2026

NEWS 16 April 2026

The same, but different? Brands and generics

The same, but different? Brands and generics

The same, but different? Brands and generics

CROP PROTECTION 11 April 2026

New chair appointed at Moorepark Technology

New chair appointed at Moorepark Technology

New chair appointed at Moorepark Technology

NEWS 7 April 2026

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European Wool Experience: celebrating Irish and European wool culture

European Wool Experience: celebrating Irish and European wool culture

The free to attend event is running parallel to the European Wool Day 2026 conference and takes place on Saturday 28 March in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, Co Kerry.

NEWS 4 February 2026

May the best innovation win

May the best innovation win

I see that talk of Ploughing 2026 is well up and running with Enterprise Ireland’s competition at the Innovation Arena open for entries.

DEALER 4 February 2026

Lack of innovation in half of EIP schemes

Lack of innovation in half of EIP schemes

The EU's spending watchdog was unimpressed with the output of agri sector EIP projects.

NEWS 4 February 2026

Seven recommendations in Irish wool report

Seven recommendations in Irish wool report

The report identifies the absence of scouring and small-scale processing facilities as a barrier to adding value to wool in Ireland.

NEWS 4 February 2026

Applications sought for innovation farms

Applications sought for innovation farms

CAFRE has opened applications for its new Innovation Farms project, seeking beef and dairy units across NI.

NORTHERN IRELAND 4 February 2026

Innovation leads to improved herd performance for farmers – MILJO

Innovation leads to improved herd performance for farmers – MILJO

An award-winning app developed by Aoife Drennan from Kilkenny is easing pressure on Irish farmers across the country.

CAREERS 4 February 2026

Manitou 2025 sales drop 3.5% but strong 2026 expected

Manitou 2025 sales drop 3.5% but strong 2026 expected

Manitou Group is very positive for 2026, anticipating a 4% rise in sales for the year ahead.

NEWS 4 February 2026

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New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

Irish dairy farmers will have the opportunity to see the latest technologies from New Zealand at an on-farm open day at Camcloon Dairy, Ballyfin, Co Laois, on Tuesday 19 May 2026 from 10am.

New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

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