Agri-Business
Time running out for Ireland to 'opt out' of growing GMO crops
Ireland is running out of time to opt out of growing GMO (Genetically Modified Organisms) crops. The Department of the...
EU Commission
Agri Politics
Hogan confirms October pay out of EU aid package
All EU aid monies will be paid out to farmers by the end of October, according to European Agriculture Commissioner...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Dairy
Co-op milk price subsidies should not reduce Ireland’s share of aid package - ICOS
The co-ops’ decision to subside milk prices in 2015 could disadvantage Ireland when it comes to the national distribution of the...
Agri Politics
Hogan set to agree €300m dairy support package
EU Agriculture Commissioner Phil Hogan is set to propose a €300m support package for the dairy sector on Monday next (September 7),...
Dairy
ICMSA to take part in Brussels dairy protest
A group of ICMSA members will take part in the pan-European dairy farmer protests, planned for Brussels on Tuesday, September...
Dairy
Superlevy fines can be used to fund dairy support measures - ICOS
Sources of finance, such as the dairy superlevy fines for 2014/15 and the annual mapping penalties, could be used to...
Dairy
EU dairy summit will see 'proactive proposals' to address volatility - McGuinness
More flexible intervention arrangements can be used as part of the EU’s long-term response to the challenge of dairy volatility,...
Dairy
Brussels proposes extension to dairy intervention and private storage aid
The EU Commission is proposing an extension to the current intervention period for skimmed milk powder (SMP) and butter from...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Beef
EU to become more dependent on dairy beef
The EU is set to become more dependent on beef sourced from the dairy herd. The European beef herd is...
Agri-Business
O Cuiv calls on EU to introduce fair price protection for farmers
The Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney dropped the ball in failing to secure a fair price deal for farmers as...
Dairy
Irish milk prices predicted to fall further in coming months
Irish farmgate milk prices could continue to fall over the next number of months, according to Dairy Industry Newsletter (DIN)...