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CAP cuts could lead EU down US-style consolidation path, MEP warns

MEP Maria Walsh warned that US-style farm conglomerates could be coming down the tracks if CAP supports are cut.

NEWS 27 July 2026

CAP cuts could lead EU down US-style consolidation path, MEP warns

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Ensuring the next generation has the passion and opportunity to farm

Ensuring the next generation has the passion and opportunity to farm

NEWS 22 July 2026

Land use national dialogue needed – report

Land use national dialogue needed – report

NEWS 16 July 2026

Attractiveness of sector key for farm succession - Teagasc

Attractiveness of sector key for farm succession - Teagasc

Attractiveness of sector key for farm succession - Teagasc

NEWS 15 July 2026

Casting call for new National Dairy Council campaign

Casting call for new National Dairy Council campaign

Casting call for new National Dairy Council campaign

NEWS 9 July 2026

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Plans for new young farmer scheme in NI

Plans for new young farmer scheme in NI

The scheme will differ from the former Young Farmers’ Payment which was open for applications in Northern Ireland from 2015 to 2025.

NORTHERN IRELAND 27 June 2026

Analysis: EU needs to show brighter future for young farmers

Analysis: EU needs to show brighter future for young farmers

A doubling of ring-fenced funds from 3% to 6% is an enticement for young farmers, but it is undermined by the proposed CAP budget being cut by over 20%.

NEWS 27 June 2026

What tools could the next CAP have for young farmers?

What tools could the next CAP have for young farmers?

The Commission wants member states to pay young farmers top ups in the scheme that is to replace, as well as consider installation aid, in the next CAP.

NEWS 27 June 2026

Targeted supports required for young farmers - report

Targeted supports required for young farmers - report

A new report has suggested that targeted supports should be directed towards young farmers. It also recommended against a one-size fits all approach to generational renewal in the EU.

NEWS 27 June 2026

INHFA calls for tax-free farm succession scheme under CAP 2028

INHFA calls for tax-free farm succession scheme under CAP 2028

Such a scheme 'would create real opportunities for young farmers and new entrants to establish viable farming enterprises'.

NEWS 27 June 2026

Young Stock Podcast: job that mixes mart sales with drawing up land leases

Young Stock Podcast: job that mixes mart sales with drawing up land leases

Noel Bardon chats with Elliott Potterton, the Meath man balancing duties in Delvin Mart with his role in the family property auctioneer business.

NEWS 27 June 2026

Next CAP must have balance between commonality and flexibility - Hansen

Next CAP must have balance between commonality and flexibility - Hansen

Ireland will assume the presidency of the European Council on 1 July until 31 December.

NEWS 27 June 2026

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