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IFJ Junior: 'If I was given the farm one day, I would absolutely take it over'

At just 17, Karen O'Hara from Co Leitrim is already working on the family farm and dreams of building a future in farming.

FEATURES 5 August 2026

IFJ Junior: 'If I was given the farm one day, I would absolutely take it over'

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Six young farmers selected for 'Flocks of the Future' initiative

Six young farmers selected for 'Flocks of the Future' initiative

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

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

NEWS 27 July 2026

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

NEWS 22 July 2026

Land use national dialogue needed – report

Land use national dialogue needed – report

Land use national dialogue needed – report

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Attractiveness of sector key for farm succession - Teagasc

Attractiveness of sector key for farm succession - Teagasc

A vibrant outside economy, coupled with a different view on work-life balance and quality of life, in addition to the challenges within the sector, are major challenges in succession, Teagasc said.

NEWS 1 July 2026

Casting call for new National Dairy Council campaign

Casting call for new National Dairy Council campaign

Children aged seven to 12 are invited to audition for a new National Dairy Council campaign celebrating Irish dairy.

NEWS 1 July 2026

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 1 July 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 1 July 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 1 July 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 1 July 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 1 July 2026

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