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Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue has announced he is “committed to delivering greater numbers of female farmers in Ireland. Mr McConalogue said his department’s records show there are currently 26,507 women farming – either solely or in a joint venture, compared to 128,167 men. He said the new CAP Regulations will promote gender equality in farming with a package of measures to focus on women’s participation…

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An Antrim beef farmer claims to have reduced emissions on his farm by 40 per cent. Billy O’Kane has been running the family farm in Co Antrim since returning from his job as a vet in Yorkshire.  In 2002, he brought 200 cattle from the American Stabiliser breed and Mr O’Kane believes the change to this breed of cattle for beef production has been the single biggest factor in cutting…

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The Government has announced a range of measures to support women’s participation in farming as part of the new CAP Strategic Plan. Plans includes: an increased rate of grant aid of 60% for women aged 41-55 years under Targeted Agriculture Modernisation Schemes (TAMS); women-only Knowledge Transfer (KT) Groups; and a call under the European Innovation Partnerships (EIP) initiative for proposals to examine women’s participation in agriculture. Minister for Agriculture, Food and the…

https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-JLMURT-1300497 James L. Murtagh Auctioneers are delighted to offer for sale by public auction this c.19.31 ha/ c.48 acre residential farm at Farra, Bunbrosna, Co. Westmeath. The property will be offered for sale in the following lots;Lot 1: Farra Cottage on c.9.8 acresLot 2: c.38 acresLot 3: Entire Farra Cottage comprises a period style residence which dates back to c.1865. Nestled on c.9.8 acres, the property is ideally set back…

https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-JORDAN-1281261 The subject lands are in an excellent location close to a range of surrounding towns and villages including Carlow 8.5km, Athy 11km & Castledermot 8km. The property is also close to the motorway network with the M9 located c. 7.5km (Exit 4). The property is located close to Knockbeg College, The Three Counties Service Station and The River Barrow for scenic walks. DESCRIPTION: The property extends to c. 4.92…

https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-HENNL-1290021 C. 4.5 Acres of Prime Agricultural Land for Sale by Online Public Auctionat The Heath, Portlaoise, Co. Laois – Located on the Old Dublin Road, The Heath, Portlaoise– Generous Road Frontage– Presently in Tillage– Arable Land by Nature– 2 mins drive to Portlaoise Contact Hennessy Land Property Auctions on +353 87 938 1085

North-western England and southern Scotland will be cloudy and wet. Sunny spells and showers for northern Scotland and Northern Ireland. Mostly dry but cloudy elsewhere.

Wednesday will be a wet day across much of the country, particularly in Munster and Leinster where it will persist through much of the day, only easing at times later in afternoon with the ongoing risk of localised flooding.  However, a gradual clearance to scattered showers and some drier and brighter intervals will develop across the north and west. Highest temperatures will range 14 to 16C, in mostly moderate southwest…

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A new trade deal between UK and New Zealand has been criticised by Northern Ireland farmers who say it will allow imports of meat that have been produced to lower welfare standards.Farmers say the deal allows New Zealand farmers to undercut British farmers with an influx of cheaper meat. However, the Ulster Farmers Union claimed certain farming sectors have been “sold-out” and its family farm structure has become “vulnerable practically overnight.”…

Women farmers will be supported with an on-farm investment scheme through the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2023-2027. Currently known as the Target Agriculture Modernisation Schemes (TAMS), the on-farm investment scheme will deliver two grant assistance levels. One at 40 per cent and the second at 60 per cent.  Female farmers will be given the higher rate of 60 per cent grant aid, which has been pledged by the Government. Hannah…

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Many easter and central areas dry, with variable cloud, temperatures higher than recently. Odd light showers in western areas with Northern Ireland and Scotland persistently wet. Rain spreading southeast on Sunday and reaching southeast England by the evening.

Staying unsettled over the weekend. Saturday morning will be dry in many areas. However, rain will develop in western coastal counties with the rain spreading eastwards to all areas. There will be a risk of localised flooding. Highest temperatures of 12 to 15C with strong southerly winds. Bright spells and showers on Sunday with frequent rain across the west and north of the country. Highest temperatures of 12 to 15C,…

https://www.lslauctions.com/LotDetail-SFOLK-1259626 Exceptional town centre spacious home in a much sought after area. This beautiful 4 bedroom home has the added bonus of a detached outbuilding offering additional residential and/or commercial potential. Located on the well-known Railway Road on a nice site, Rosebawn would be both a fantastic place to live or a first class professional commercial position. (Close by occupiers include Michael Doyle Accountants and Gorey Family Chiropractic Clinic). Just…

The Government has announced €10bn in subsidies and rural support between 2023-27 with a new cap of €66,000 on individual payments. Funds from the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the national Exchequer have been announced to help Irish farmers meet new climate action targets. Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the €2.3bn investment of national funding in rural development showed the Government’s support for farmers, rural areas and to the rural…

IFA Farm Business Chair Rose Mary McDonagh is calling on the Finance Minister to clarify that all agricultural land actively farmed will not be subject to the new Zoned Land Tax (ZLT). The new three per cent ZLT, was announced in last week’s Budget. It is part of the Government’s drive to increase the supply of residential accommodation. There are around 20,000 acres of land within the scope of the tax by…

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The Government is set to offer three Irish mink farms between €4m to €8m in compensation for shutting down their operations when the fur farming ban comes into effect. There are some 120,000 mink on three farms in counties Laois, Donegal and Kerry. The breeding of mink for their fur was re-examined over fears of a Covid-19 variant linked to the animals and following the advice of chief medial officer…

Farmers are are considering a bid to take over the dairy processor Glambia Ireland, it has been reported. Kilkenney-based, Glambia is best known for its products such as Avonmore milk, had sales of €1.9m last year and €61m profit after tax. Farmers supplying milk to the Dublin-listed food company, have a 60 per cent share in the country’s largest dairy company with Glambia PLC owning 40 per cent.  Farmers could end up owning all of Glambia Ireland with a plan to spend up to €500m to…

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Macra na Feirme says the need for agriculture to reduce its emissions by 21 to 30 percent by 2030, is an unfair target that will prevent young farmers from entering the industry.  “Climate justice is about the fair treatment of all people and the freedom from discrimination in the creation of policies. The blanket reductions disproportionately affect young farmers by limiting their ability to enter the sector and creating instability…