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Pensions – the unbeatable savings plan

New rules introduced at the start of this year mean almost every worker should now have a pension plan in place

PENSIONS & SAVINGS 6 September 2026

Pensions – the unbeatable savings plan

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Farm bodies wary of EPA 'retirement' proposals

Farm bodies wary of EPA 'retirement' proposals

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Inside the Farmers Journal: could there be an eco twist to retirement schemes?

Inside the Farmers Journal: could there be an eco twist to retirement schemes?

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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

Ensuring the next generation has the passion and opportunity to farm

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Why financial planning for farm families is simpler than you think

Why financial planning for farm families is simpler than you think

Why financial planning for farm families is simpler than you think

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Money Mentor: ‘I’m 52 and worried it’s too late to start a pension’

Money Mentor: ‘I’m 52 and worried it’s too late to start a pension’

Martin Glennon, head of financial planning at ifac shares practical tips on starting a pension in your 50s, saying it's never too late to begin planning for retirement.

MONEY MENTOR 24 June 2026

The five biggest succession challenges facing farm families

The five biggest succession challenges facing farm families

Succession is stalling because the key issues are not being addressed early enough or at all, writes Donal Riordan, head of FBD Life and Pensions.

NEWS 24 June 2026

Reports signal more uncertainty

Reports signal more uncertainty

What farmers will take from all of the reports this week is that the only hard statistic is that there is more uncertainty ahead.

DEALER 24 June 2026

Lack of farmer pension pots putting pressure on succession

Lack of farmer pension pots putting pressure on succession

The data also shows that the average Irish farmer pension pot stands at just over €110,000 between the age of 50 to 69.

NEWS 24 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 24 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 24 June 2026

Advertorial: over-55s enjoy independent ways to recharge, explore and enjoy life

Advertorial: over-55s enjoy independent ways to recharge, explore and enjoy life

From short escapes and hobbies to cultural experiences and well-being activities, discover inspiring ways to enjoy your time and embrace new opportunities.

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Additive essential in dry maize crops to safeguard every tonne

Dwindling forage stocks due to the drought and high dry matter maize crops, mean using an additive on maize silage is essential, believes Amanda Clements, technical business manager for Volac.

Additive essential in dry maize crops to safeguard every tonne

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