Farm Business
Rise in registered farm partnerships
Often used as the first step in succession planning, more than 4,000 Irish farms entered registered farm partnerships in 2025.
20 February 2026
RED III Feedstock Requirements for Biogas Plants
The new RED III rules mean certain feedstocks - mainly wastes and residues – are prioritised for biogas, with strict sustainability, traceability and greenhouse gas (GHG) savings requirements. Barry Caslin, Teagasc, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, with contributions from Ian Kilgallon, Gas Networks Ireland, Business Development and Innovation Manager, outline some of the key requirements.
17 February 2026
Choose your perfect partnership
A partnership agreement is a really sensible way to smooth the succession process. Ruth Fennell, Collaborative Farming Specialist, outlines how Registered Farm Partnerships (RFP) are often seen as the first step in a family’s succession story and profiles the O’Connell family who farm outside Carrick-on-Suir in Co. Waterford.
2 February 2026
The benefits of a Teagasc Profit Monitor
The Teagasc Profit Monitor has been around for many years with many additional features and reports available to help farmers assess their farm financial performance. Teagasc Advisor, Eamonn Dempsey writes on some of its benefits.
1 February 2026
Considering a registered farm partnership in 2026?
Are you beginning the process of entering a registered farm partnership or are plans already in foot to do so in 2026?
31 January 2026
Farm smart and claim these seven supports
Starting out in farming is exciting. But you’ll need all the help you can get so make sure you take advantage of all available supports. James McDonnell, Farm Management Specialist, Teagasc outlines seven key supports farmers should avail of.
27 January 2026
Nationwide success for Farm Business Options Training Programme
Over three hundred farmers and farm family members took part in the nationwide Farm Business Options Training Programme during the last quarter of 2025, delivered by Teagasc in partnership with Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) and other support organisations.
27 January 2026
Clock ticking for submission of Registered Farm Partnership Applications
Are you planning to enter a Registered Farm Partnership in 2026? If so, Collaborative Farming Specialist at Teagasc, Ruth Fennell reminds us of an important upcoming deadline.
26 January 2026
Picking your team for success in farm succession
By coordinating your professional advisors and involving the whole family, you can move farm transfer planning forward and drastically reduce uncertainty. Kevin Connolly, Teagasc Financial Management Specialist provides more information and advice.
11 January 2026
Forming a registered farm partnership in 2026?
Are you beginning the process of entering a registered farm partnership or are plans already in foot to do so in 2026? If the answer is ‘Yes’, then registering for an upcoming Teagasc webinar is a must.
4 January 2026