Women in agriculture

Women farmers get hands-on training at safety event in Leitrim

The livestock handling, farm safety and new technology event held in Manorhamilton Co Leitrim, was organised by ACRES Breifne and is the first of many female-only events to be held across the country.

NEWS 8 September 2026

Women farmers get hands-on training at safety event in Leitrim

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Meet two of the women keeping Ploughing's farmerette tradition alive

Meet two of the women keeping Ploughing's farmerette tradition alive

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Project aims to tackle challenges for female farmers

Project aims to tackle challenges for female farmers

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Year of the Woman Farmer: ‘women often the unsung heroes on Irish farms’

Year of the Woman Farmer: ‘women often the unsung heroes on Irish farms’

Year of the Woman Farmer: ‘women often the unsung heroes on Irish farms’

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Call for maternity leave for women farmers

Call for maternity leave for women farmers

Call for maternity leave for women farmers

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Maternity and paternity leave on the table in next CAP

Maternity and paternity leave on the table in next CAP

Ireland currently provides targeted support for women farmers through 60% grant aid for farm building and equipment, however additional supports could be added under CAP post-2027.

NEWS 29 July 2026

More women work the land than actually own it

More women work the land than actually own it

Recent research and statistics show that progress is being made, but structural and cultural barriers continue to limit women's participation and visibility in Irish agriculture.

NEWS 29 July 2026

Opinion: if we fail young farmers, we risk our food security

Opinion: if we fail young farmers, we risk our food security

For both Ireland and the EU, the recent global instability has laid bare the importance of maintaining our own food supply, writes Aindrias Moynihan.

OPINION 29 July 2026

Two hands-on training days for women in agriculture in northwest

Two hands-on training days for women in agriculture in northwest

The training is designed to support women involved in farming by building confidence, developing practical skills and creating opportunities to network with other women.

NEWS 29 July 2026

Minister Heydon launches gender-inclusive communications guide

Minister Heydon launches gender-inclusive communications guide

“Women are at the heart of Irish agriculture,” minister says as guide aims to promote more inclusive language and imagery in agricultural communications.

NEWS 29 July 2026

Sustainable Livestock Village returns

Sustainable Livestock Village returns

The Sustainable Livestock Village continues to become a key feature of the Tullamore Show.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 29 July 2026

Young people won't choose farming without a decent income - ICSA

Young people won't choose farming without a decent income - ICSA

Farmers are being asked to deliver food security, climate action and biodiversity, but none of that can happen if the farm business itself is not viable.

NEWS 29 July 2026

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Sommet de l’Élevage 2026: shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming

As livestock farming faces growing environmental, economic and generational challenges, the Sommet de l’Élevage continues to showcase practical solutions and innovations for the future of the sector.

Sommet de l’Élevage 2026: shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming

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