Farm Business
Final day to apply for BISS
Final day to apply for BISS Farmers applying for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) have just hours to complete the application process, if not already done. Replacing the Basic Payment Scheme, BISS is designed to provide a direct income support to Irish farmers to underpin their continued sustainability and viability. […]
29 May 2023
Energy and Farm Diversification Show launched
Energy and Farm Diversification Show launched The launch of the Energy and Farm Diversification Show (formerly the Energy in Agriculture Show) took place in Dublin on Tuesday, May 23rd. The one day show incorporates a large trade exhibitor showcase, outdoor practical demonstrations, networking opportunities with industry experts and an extensive talks programme. […]
25 May 2023
Examining the collaborative farming options
Examining the collaborative farming options Collaborative farming options are attractive arrangements for young farmers to enter a farming business. Alternatively, there are also farmers who have no identified successor and are ready to step back or retire. In this article, Gordon Peppard, Teagasc Farm Business Structures Specialist, details a number of collaborative […]
16 May 2023
How will changes to Pillar I payments affect farmers?
0 How will changes to Pillar I payments affect farmers? Pillar I Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) support represents a significant proportion of income for certain cohorts of the farming population. Researchers at Teagasc set out to examine what the changes to how the support is distributed mean. Research undertaken by economists in Teagasc […]
7 May 2023
Agriculture’s role in biomethane production
0 Agriculture’s role in biomethane production Biomethane is a carbon neutral renewable gas made from farm and food waste, which is produced through anaerobic digestion (AD). As part of the Climate Action Plan 2023, a biomethane production target of 5.7TWh has been set for 2030, which is equivalent to approximately 10% of the […]
6 May 2023
Price of agricultural land to rise in 2023 – report
Price of agricultural land to rise in 2023 – report The price of agricultural land nationally will increase by 8% on average this year, underpinned by a strong dairy sector, a recent survey has indicated. In a major survey, auctioneer and valuer members of the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI), operating […]
25 April 2023
Connecting renewables to the grid
Connecting renewables to the grid On this webinar, Barry Caslin, Teagasc, was joined by Anthony Walsh, Manager, Special Projects, Asset Management, ESB Networks, to discuss options for the agri-industry to produce and sell renewable electricity to the grid. On-site generation of renewable electricity has become an element of many farming businesses across […]
25 April 2023
Implications of revised nitrates measures on the land market
Implications of revised nitrates measures on the land market The SCSI/Teagasc Annual Agricultural Land Market Review & Outlook 2023, published today, April 25th, examined the impact changes to environmental policies – specifically the Nitrates Action Programme – will have on the land market. The Nitrates Action Programme – the means by which […]
25 April 2023
Assessing the potential of hydropower
0 Assessing the potential of hydropower With high electricity prices and uncertainty, farmers with steep land and high, consistent volumes of rainfall may consider hydropower. Hydroelectricity is derived from the power harnessed from the flow of falling water, typically from fast-flowing streams and rivers. Presently about 2.5% of Ireland’s electricity generating capacity is […]
9 April 2023
What you need to know about young farmer top up payments
0 What you need to know about young farmer top up payments The CAP 2023 schemes have been announced. Serena Gibbons, Education Officer, Teagasc Galway/Clare, explains why we all now need to familiarise ourselves with the new titles, acronyms and terms and conditions of the new schemes. There is a lot to examine […]
8 April 2023