Farm Business
Better targeted farm supports needed to protect incomes and strengthen resilience
A new report prepared for the European Parliament by economists from Teagasc and Wageningen Social and Economic Research finds that farm incomes across the European Union have become more volatile in recent years and that existing support measures need to be better targeted if they are to protect the long-term viability of farming.
19 March 2026
Beef Road Map 2030
An overview of Ireland’s beef sector to 2030, outlining current performance, market outlook, sustainability priorities, and future targets.
5 March 2026
Dairy Road Map 2030
An overview of Ireland’s dairy sector, outlining current performance, market outlook, sustainability priorities, and future targets was published recently as part of the Teagasc Road map Series for 2030.
2 March 2026
Direct Payments 2026: BISS opens for applications and New Tillage Scheme launched
Both BISS and the Tillage Sustainability Support Scheme represent vital financial supports for Irish farmers in 2026, Richard Gill, Schemes Support Advisor, Teagasc Athenry, tells us more about the application process in this update.
1 March 2026
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