Smart farming
Caoimhe Harney on 20 Aug 2021
Funding of €24,000 announced for smart farming project in Tipperary
The Our Rural Future Digital Innovation Programme funds local innovation projects for regional digital development, and it delivers technical support for rural and agricultural communities.
on 11 Aug 2021
Government must back ‘Food Vision 2030’ with proper investment
The Government needs to come forward with a plan to support key sectors with maximum co-financing of the CAP.
Amy Forde on 04 Aug 2021
IFA calls for drystock supports and ANC boost in Budget 2022
For the beef sector, the IFA has called for BDGP and BEEP-S to deliver a targeted direct payment of €300/cow.
Noel Bardon on 30 Jul 2021
Improved soil fertility saved €25/ha in IFA Smart Farming project
Improving soil fertility has been identified as the most significant cost-saving measure in the IFA-led Smart Farming initiative.
Contributor on 02 Jun 2021
Smart spraying for a new era
With the EU targeting a 50% reduction in pesticide usage in the years ahead, Dermot Forristal of Teagasc looks at how developing sprayer technologies can play their part in achieving this.
Niall Hurson on 17 May 2021
Farmers don’t get enough recognition for role in protecting nature - IFA
The IFA has said appropriately-designed wildlife measures could play an important role in halting the decline of biodiversity and achieving the goals of sustainable expansion.
The Dealer on 31 Mar 2021
A stormy spring for the dairy sector
Could the IFA's Smart Farming initiative offer a pathway to sustainability?
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 30 Mar 2021
IFA's Smart Farming providing ‘practical actions’ to benefit environment
The programme looks at how farmers can reduce emissions without cutting their productivity.
Contributor on 31 Oct 2020
2020 vision: what will the future of farming look like?
Climate change obligations and the drive to increased sustainability bring the need for improved and novel technologies to help agriculture meet its obligation, writes Chris O’Donoghue* from IT Tralee
Stephen Robb on 30 Sep 2020
Applications sought for new EU ag-tech fund
Irish agri-tech SMEs and start-ups are being encouraged to apply for funding under the new EU-funded DEMETER project
Pat O'Toole on 29 Apr 2020
Green Party red line 'impossible' – Naughten
Denis Naughten is the convenor of the largest Independent grouping of TDs, the eight-strong Regional Independents. He talks to the Irish Farmers Journal about the prospects for Government.
on 22 Apr 2020
Smart Farming spring seminar goes online
The seminar will take place on 28 April and will include a range of presentations and advice on everything from fertiliser to reducing methane.
Barry Cassidy on 15 Apr 2020
IFA to host online smart farming seminar
The online seminar will take place on Tuesday 28 April and is open to all interested.
Letters to the Editor on 19 Feb 2020
Letter is another example of divisive and polarised debate
"Divisive and polarised debate around climate action" - Paul O’Brien, National Chair, IFA Environment Committee.
on 04 Sep 2019
IFA news and activities
ANC payments, Smart Farming farm talk and barbecue.
Lorcan Allen on 04 Sep 2019
Climate incentives in next CAP – Bruton
Under the next CAP budget, 40% of all funding will go towards climate and environment improvements.
on 04 Sep 2019
Sheehan’s host Farm Talk in sunny Cuffesgrange
In August, Smart Farming participant Eamon Sheehan hosted the annual Farm Talk on his family farm near Cuffesgrange, Co Kilkenny.
Niall Hurson on 28 Aug 2019
Credible leadership needed to meet climate target – IFA
The IFA president Joe Healy made the claim while speaking at the Smart Farming Farm Talk event earlier today.
Lorcan Allen on 28 Aug 2019
Special role for agriculture in tackling climate change - Bruton
Minister for Climate Change and the Environment Richard Bruton spoke at the IFA’s Smart Farming farm walk in Kilkenny.
on 14 Aug 2019
IFA news and activities
BEAM scheme, farm talk and barbecue, Tullamore Show.