Tillage
Report: The state of soils in Europe
A recent report assesses the current state of soils in Europe. Significantly, it confirms the magnitude of soil degradation across...
European Union
Machinery
End of series derogation now available to tractor dealers
Tractor manufactures and dealers do need to keep developing their machines in order to keep a competitive edge and improve...
Sponsored
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...
Agri Politics
Mercosur 'not acceptable' in current form - Fine Gael/Fianna Fáil
The EU-Mercosur deal “is not acceptable” in its current form according to Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, while Sinn Féin...
Rural Life
Irish Rural Link CEO elected as candidate for EESC presidency
The chief executive of Irish Rural Link (IRL) Séamus Boland has been elected as a designated candidate for the next...
Agri-Business
EU agri-food trade surplus increased in first half of 2024
The EU’s surplus in agri-food trade increased to €33.7 billion in the first half of 2024, according to the European...
Tillage
Forecasts for EU crop yields revised downwards
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming a downward revision in 2024 projected crop yields across the European...
Environment
Report: Irish imports contribute to 2% of EU deforestation footprint
Demand for agricultural imports in the EU originating from outside the bloc generates 15% of global deforestation rates, with Ireland’s...
Agri-Business
FoodDrinkEurope launches industry sustainability initiative
FoodDrinkEurope has unveiled its Food Investment and Resilience Plan, aimed at bolstering the competitiveness and sustainability of the European food...
Sponsored
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...
Agri-Business
EU agri-food exports grew 4% in March
EU agri-food exports reached €20.1 billion in March 2024, marking a 4% month-on-month increase. The European Commission also reported a...
Opinion
Thomas Duffy: Ignoring climate targets isn’t an option
No one would question that the language around climate commitments has shifted considerably across the European Union. What was previously...
CAP / Schemes
Red tape 'must be cut' for farmers - senator
European Union agriculture ministers should make day-to-day life easier for farmers by “cutting red tape” according to a senator who...
Agri-Business
EU agrees new limits for certain grain imports from Ukraine
The European Union has reached a provisional agreement to renew the suspension of duties and quotas on food imports from...
Agri-Business
EU food system remains dependent on imported inputs - study
The EU remains dependent on imported inputs for the food production system, particularly for animals products and cereals, according to...
Agri-Business
Watch: Waterford 'show of solidarity' with European farmers
Over 20 farmers gathered with their tractors in Co. Waterford last night (Tuesday, January 30) in “a show of solidarity”...
Sponsored
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 Politics
Watch: McConalogue in Brussels on the importance of farmers and 'food production'
There needs to be “more emphasis” on food production and farmers must also get the recognition and respect for the...
Agri-Business
Welcome for focus on 'food security' in new EU presidency
A focus on food security as Belgium assumes the EU presidency until June 23 of this year, is being welcomed...
Pig/Poultry
Poultry conference: NGOs now driving farming policy in Europe
A leading representative of the 2023 international poultry sector has said that non governmental organisations (NGOs) are now extremely influential...
N.Ireland
Soil health remains a ‘Cinderella’ subject - expert
Soil health remains a ‘Cinderella’ subject, relative to air and water quality, as policy makers strive to legislate for sustainable...