Agri Politics
Spotlight returns to Mercosur and agriculture at EU Parliament
The future of agriculture and the Mercosur agreement are set to come under the spotlight again at the European Parliament...
European Commission
Tillage
Delegation from Irish Grain Growers to visit Brussels next week
A delegation from the Irish Grain Growers Group (IGGG), led by chairperson Bobby Miller, will visit Brussels next week. A...
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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...
Environment
Von der Leyen: Europe will 'stay the course' to protect nature
The president of the European Commission has vowed to continue honouring the Paris Climate Change Agreement and work with “all...
Beef
MII: Mercosur deal could mean €1.3bn drop in EU output values
Meat Industry Ireland (MII), the Ibec sector association representing beef, pork and lamb processing members, today (Friday, January 17) voiced...
Agri Politics
Programme for government aim to oppose Mercosur deal lauded
MEP for the Midlands North West constituency, Ciaran Mullooly, has welcomed the Irish Government’s commitment in the programme for government...
Rural Life
MEP calls for definition of 'fair income' for farmers in EP debate
An Irish MEP has called for the European Parliament to develop a clear definition of a “fair income” for farmers...
Environment
Commission wants to hear farmers' views on nature restoration
The European Commission today (Monday, January 13) urged farmers to “contribute to the discussion of the EU’s Nature Restoration Law”...
Environment
EU Commission reprimands member state on Natura 2000 'failing'
The European Commission has issued formal reprimands to a number member of states on a number of environment issues, including...
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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...
Dairy
EMB: Dairy farmers need 'long term prospects' and fair prices
The European Milk Board (EMB) today (Monday, December 16) warned that “far-reaching reforms” are needed that will deliver “long-term prospects”...
Agri-Business
€162m in Italian aid for agriculture approved by EU
The European Commission has approved a €167 million Italian scheme to support the primary agricultural production sector in the context...
Agri-Business
EU mission to Ireland to discuss Mercosur deal with farmers
Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment, Peter Burke has met with EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to discuss priority trade...
Agri-Business
Commission clears merger of Slovakian company with Valeo Foods
The European Commission has cleared the way for Irish food manufacturing company, Valeo Foods to acquire Slovakian-based business, I.D.C Holding....
Machinery
EU adopts common rules for harvesters and non-road machines
The EU will adopt a common set of rules and safety measures for harvesters and other non-road mobile machinery (NRMM),...
Rural Life
EU farmers welcome moves on UTP enforcement and CMO
The umbrella group of farmers and agricultural co-operatives in the EU has welcomed the move by the European Commission to...
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RDS Announces Opening of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards
In its sixth year, the RDS Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards celebrates the work of individuals, farming families and...
Agri-Business
€132m to promote EU agri-food products in 2025
The European Commission will allocate €132 million in 2025 to co-fund promotion activities for sustainable and high-quality EU agri-food products...
Agri Politics
EU young farmers want commitment on UTPs
CEJA, the European Council of Young Farmers, is calling on legislators to follow through on a commitment to achieve fairer...
Agri Politics
Irish MEPs to put forward amendments to EU proposals on transport of animals
Irish MEPs, Barry Cowen and Ciaran Mullooly, intend to “put forward amendments” to proposed new legislation on the protection of...
Agri Politics
Hansen: Farming is a 'risky and very stressful occupation'
Farming “faces structural challenges that demand attention” the EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, Christophe Hansen, has warned. Christophe Hansen...