Nitrates
Noel Bardon on 28 Jan 2022
Some farmers lack 'desire or skills' to use TAMS-funded LESS tankers - FCI
The Oireachtas committee on agriculture has heard calls for TAMS funding to be made available to agricultural contractors.
Declan O'Brien on 28 Jan 2022
ICMSA criticises proposal which seeks to publish farmer derogation data
ICMSA president Pat McCormack has said the targeting of derogation farmers is totally unacceptable.
Barry Murphy on 27 Jan 2022
IFA AGM: Minister warns farmers not to be complacent on water quality
"Our water quality is really good by European standards, but make no mistake, Irish water quality trends have been going in the wrong direction in recent years."
Declan O'Brien on 19 Jan 2022
Demand for leased land soars
A restricted supply of land for rent or lease, combined with high commodity prices over the past 12 months, are cited by auctioneers as the main drivers of the market.
Declan O'Brien on 19 Jan 2022
Land leasing market on fire as demand for rental ground surges
Strong commodity prices, nitrates regulations and a restricted supply of available land have combined to drive demand.
Noel Bardon on 19 Jan 2022
Dairying on high-risk soils ‘prime targets’ for slurry inspections
Derogation farmers have been told to expect an increased number of inspections to ensure compliance with slurry rules.
Rachel Donovan on 19 Jan 2022
One week left for farmers to have say on nitrates programme
Farmers have until 26 January to submit their responses on the nitrates programme ahead of the final vote which is scheduled for March.
Adam Woods on 12 Jan 2022
Out-wintering changes will have severe impact on drystock farmers
Adam Woods takes a look at the proposed nitrates review plan and what implications it has for drystock farmers.
Siobhán Walsh on 12 Jan 2022
Department set to row back on over-winter stubble
The Department of Agriculture is now considering the impact of placing all tillage land in green cover over winter on many birds species.
Siobhán Walsh on 29 Dec 2021
Challenges lie ahead, but farmers will adapt
Farmers adapt to challenges they face and this focus on sustainability shows two farmers doing exactly that.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 29 Dec 2021
Forward speed is key for accurate LESS slurry application
When using LESS equipment, it’s important to note that working widths are usually much reduced v the splash plate, thus an increased forward speed is required to achieve the same application rate.
Aidan Brennan on 29 Dec 2021
Dairy farming in 2022: the potential and the pitfalls
Aidan Brennan takes a look at some of the factors affecting the outlook for dairy farmers in 2022.
Aidan Brennan on 29 Dec 2021
Dairy Management: new-year herd health plan
Aidan Brennan outlines some of the things that should be included in a new-year herd health plan.
Amy Forde on 22 Dec 2021
Almost €20m in BEAM payments to be clawed back
Some 7,700 farmers are not on track to meet the 5% reduction requirement in the BEAM scheme.
Amy Forde on 16 Dec 2021
Podcast: new nitrates rules, cows and coal, and pig slurry
Tune into this week’s podcast where we discuss the new nitrates action programme, a report which says cows are the new coal and pig slurry.
Rachel Donovan on 16 Dec 2021
New nitrates proposals 'excessive' - ICMSA
The ICSMA believes the strict new slurry and fertiliser rules will hit commercial family farms the hardest and current rules should stay as they are.
Stephen Robb on 16 Dec 2021
Tillage Podcast: protein plan, nitrates, carbon farming and VAT on fertiliser
On week 20 of the Tillage Podcast the tillage team discuss the new Irish protein crop plan, the new nitrates action plan, the EU paying farmers for carbon and losing our VAT exemption on fertiliser
Siobhán Walsh on 16 Dec 2021
New nitrates actions a threat to some farmland birds
The new Nitrates Action Plan to be approved by the EU in March 2022 states that green cover should be established on tillage land shortly after harvesting.
Caitríona Morrissey on 15 Dec 2021
Strict new slurry and fertiliser rules for all farmers
The next Nitrates Action Programme includes tighter restrictions on fertiliser sales and spreading dates, as well as a ban on soiled water spreading in December.
Rachel Donovan on 14 Dec 2021
Draft Nitrates Action Programme ‘unfair for less intensive farmers’ - ICSA
Minister McConalogue said his ambition is to protect and enhance Ireland’s water quality and biodiversity while ensuring Ireland continues to produce top-quality food, but ICSA begs to differ.