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Renewables
Government seeks to use €240m for REPowerEU measures
Stephen Robb
The Irish government has submitted a request to Europe to use €240 million in funding to increase renewable energy, improve energy efficiency of public buildings and invest in sustainable transport
19 March 2024 News
Arla Foods announces €210m investment in UK cheese plant
The new Taw Valley facility will start producing mozzarella in 2027.
Confidence to invest in slurry storage hit by derogation cut - Minister
The Minister has recognised the cut from 250kg N/ha across most areas has "undoubtedly" shaken farmer confidence in investing in slurry storage facilities.
TAMS aid not to be ignored when it comes to on-farm investment
While there is increased paperwork and costs with applying for grant aid, TAMS isn’t something that should be ignored by farmers.
21 February 2024 TAMS
Solar panels and bale slicers top the TAMS charts
Data from the Department of Agriculture has revealed the 10 most popular items that farmers have applied for in tranches one and two of TAMS III.
21 February 2024 Schemes
Priority approval announced for TAMS tranche two applications
The Minister of Agriculture announced that similar to tranche one, tranche two applicants can now apply for priority approval for urgent investments under TAMS.
20 February 2024 Schemes
Save or invest? How to choose the right strategy
Qualified financial advisor Carol Brick explains the best way to dip your toe in the water if you are interested in investments.
14 February 2024 News
Watch: top-spec calf shed ramps up accommodation for 520-cow herd
With nearly all calves reared on the farm, good-quality accommodation for youngstock is a priority for the McGranes.
14 February 2024 Buildings
Cutting edge advances for farmers and processors on display at awards ceremony
Greenman Group’s inaugural Future Food Retail award winners could change industry.
31 January 2024 News
VAT debacle explained: examining what has changed with VAT and farm investments
With the confusion surrounding VAT and a recent change in views by Revenue, Martin Merrick looks at what exactly has changed regarding VAT reclaims.
31 January 2024 Buildings
All resources should be devoted to clear TAMS applications - IFA
Irish Farmers’ Association rural development chair John Curran said the Department of Agriculture needs to get the payments out to farmers as quickly as possible.
29 January 2024 News
Chanelle Pharma sees a price reduction in reported deal
Weekend media reports suggest Galway company set to be sold for €300m.
29 January 2024 News