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Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards 2026 Open for Entries
The EU CAP Network’s Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards (ARIA)…
BISS 2026 Applications Deadline Fast Approaching
Farmers need to be alert that the deadline for 2026 Basic Income Support…
Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme Reopens For 2026 Applicants
The third year of the Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme (DBWS) opened for new…
EU CAP Network Seminar: Innovative Tools for Advisors
Overview and Purpose of the Event CAP Network Ireland supported the…
EU FarmBook – A Tool for You?
The EU FarmBook platform is being developed with the aim of…
Cultivating Innovation: LiveNet Vision for Irish Advisory Services
In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern agriculture, the bridge…
Important Dates for April and May 2026
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Smart Farming is Optimising Profitability
Smart Farming is the term used to describe a technology-driven approach…
All Island Bioeconomy Summit 2026
The 5th All Island Bioeconomy Summit comes at a pivotal time for the…
2026 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Opens
The opening of the 2026 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme, subject…
Early-Stage Support for Producer Organisations Scheme Reopens
The Early-Stage Support for Producer Organisations (ESSPO) Scheme is now…
2026 National Sheep Welfare Scheme Open for Applications
The 2026 National Sheep Welfare Scheme (NSWS) is now open for…
Year Two Payments for Knowledge Transfer Programme Begin
The Knowledge Transfer Programme under Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan is…
Burren in Bloom 2026 Unveils Month Long Programme
Burrenbeo Trust’s annual celebration of the Burren’s unique biodiversity…
Sheep Improvement Scheme Opens to New Entrants
The five-year, €100 million Sheep Improvement Scheme (SIS) provides…
Bluetongue Vaccination in Beef and Sheep Welfare Schemes
It has been announced that vaccination against bluetongue will be…
Important Dates for March and April 2026
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Championing Ireland’s Women Farmers as IYWF Ambassador
In 2026, Ireland celebrates the International Year of the Woman Farmer,…
A Gender Balanced Approach to Farm Succession
The Irish Farm Report 2026, recently published by IFAC, surveyed…
Tackling the Barriers Facing Women in Farming
The “Making Farms Work for Women EIP” is co-funded by the…
International Year of the Woman Farmer Photo Competition
To mark the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF) 2026, the…
International Women’s Day Conference 2026
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) hosted its…
Payments Worth €29.1m Announced for Tillage Farmers
The commencement of payments totalling €29.1 million under the new…
In-person Farmer Clinics Announced for BISS & Other Schemes
A series of in-person farmer clinics to assist farmers in making their…
Important Update for ACRES Participants
Farmers participating in the Agri-Climate Rural Environment…
Winners of the IYWF Photo Competition Announced
The winners of the International Year of the Woman Farmer Photo…
Open Call for Farmer Safety, Health and Wellbeing Projects
An Open Call for Farmer Safety, Health and Wellbeing Projects have been…
Ranking and Selection Continues for TAMS Tranche 10
It has been confirmed that ranking and selection will continue to be…
Ministers Heydon and O’Brien announce €10 million EU Just Transition Funding for two bioeconomy demonstration projects
On the 25th February 2026 Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine,…
€30m Package Announced for Tillage Sector
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has announced…
CAP 2027 Public Consultation Announced
A public consultation on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy…
Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme Payments Begin
Second year payments under the Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme have now…
LEADER Resources on the EU CAP Network Website
The EU CAP Network provides a forum for anyone with an interest in…
CAP Network Ireland’s LEADER Workshop in Tullamore
On 27 November 2025, CAP Network Ireland, in collaboration with the…
2023-2027 LEADER Programme Update
The LEADER Programme is a key intervention within EU Rural Development…
Ireland Featured at Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards (ARIA)
Create Green represented Ireland in the Environmental Protection category…
Important Dates for February and March 2026
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Application Process for 2026 BISS Payments Now Open
The application process for the 2026 Basic Income Support for…
Second Application Window for ACRES Landscape Actions Opens
The opening of the second application window for Landscape Actions, an…
Approximately 269 New Farmers Join Organic Farming Scheme
The organic sector in Ireland continues to grow with the recent…
Thematic Group on Just Transition in the Agri-Food System
Expressions of Interest are now welcome to become a member of the new EU…
Call for Proposals Issued for Agri-Food Tourism Initiatives
On 23 January, Martin Heydon TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the…
ACRES: Remarkable environmental benefits
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD,…
Photo Competition to Celebrate Year of the Woman Farmer
The International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF) 2026, launched by the…
Important Dates for January and February 2026
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
CAP Network Ireland Transition Year Programme
The Irish agricultural sector is currently experiencing a significant…
Resources on the CAP Network Ireland Website
The CAP Network Ireland website serves as a hub of information for the…
Busy Start for the Innovation Hub in 2026
The CAP Network Ireland Innovation Hub aims to support the development…
Payments begin under the Straw Incorporation Measure
On 16 December 2025, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine,…
ReNu2Cycle Survey on Recycling-Derived Fertilisers
The ReNu2Cycle project aims to promote sustainable farming in North West…
SCEP Payments for 2025 Commence
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) have announced…
€9.5 Million Issued Under the Protein Aid Scheme
On 3 December, Minister Heydon confirmed that €9.5 million in Protein Aid…
CAP Network Ireland LEADER Capacity Building Workshop
On November 27th, CAP Network Ireland, in collaboration with the…
International Knowledge Platform of Organic Research and Innovation
The web-based platform organic-farmknowledge.org is aimed at filling…
Understanding Farmer Needs and Perceptions of Smart Farming Technologies Through the Smart-AKIS project
Smart Farming represents the application of modern Information and…
Supporting Farmers’ Safety Through Peer Building Projects and Mentoring Frameworks
The Farmers4Safety – Managing Risk Together EIP-Agri Project (F4S) aimed…
Important Updates Issued for ACRES Participants
The deadline for the submission of claims in respect of the…
Payments Commence under the Beef Welfare Scheme 2025
The Beef Welfare Scheme 2025 was established to further increase the…
Balancing Payments for BISS, CRISS, ANC and CISYF schemes
On 1 December, balancing payments have commenced under the following…
Ranking and selection applied to TAMS Tranche 9 applications
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has…
Start of Sheep Improvement Scheme Payments
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD,…
New LEADER Funding Opportunity for Energy Upgrades in Kildare
County Kildare LEADER Partnership has announced a Targeted Call for…
‘Innovative On-Farm Enterprise Development’ LEADER Call in Meath
Are you a Farmer, Farm Family, or Rural Entrepreneur in County Meath with…
Read the EU CAP Network’s November LEADER Newsletter
The latest edition of the EU CAP Network’s LEADER newsletter is now…
LEADER Funding Networking Events in Westmeath
Are you based in County Westmeath? Are you interested in developing new…
Announcement of the Opening of the Organic Farming Scheme
As part of efforts to expand Ireland’s organic sector, the Minister for…
CAP Network Ireland EIP Capacity Building Workshop
On November 11th, CAP Network Ireland, in collaboration with the…
Payment for Multi-Species Sward & Red Clover Silage Measure
On 18 November, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin…
Horticulture Innovation and Diversification Programmes Launched
On 12 November 2025, Michael Healy-Rae TD, Minister of State at the…
A New Era for Irish Hill Sheep Breeding
The OviFlock European Innovation Partnership (EIP) plans to establish…
Turning Wool into an Added Value Product
The REVEIRE (Regenerative Value Systems for Irish Grown Wool in Ireland)…
Important Dates for November and December 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Supports for Enhancing Sheep Health and Welfare
The sheep sector is the second largest agricultural sector in Ireland…
Non-Productive Investments Payments Begin under ACRES CP
The commencement of payments for Non-Productive Investments (NPIs)…
Payments Commence under 2025 National Sheep Welfare Scheme
Payments totalling €16.44 million are being issued to 13,175 participants…
Nearly €147m Paid to 34,000 ACRES farmers
Advance 2025 payments to participants in ACRES have commenced, with…
Strength in Numbers: Mayo Blackface Producers
The Mayo Blackface Group was established in 2004 by a group of hill…
Two Week Extension to National Farm Safety Measure
A two-week extension to the deadline for submitting expressions of…
Thematic Group on Farm Diversification
Expressions of interest are being sought for new EU CAP Network Thematic…
Thematic Group on Sustainable Livestock Systems
Expressions of Interest are now welcome for a new EU CAP Network Thematic…
Vote for Ireland’s Finalist in Prestigious EU Awards
The Create Green business training programme in Co. Offaly has been…
Generational Renewal Strategies across the EU
The EU CAP Networks latest report on their assessment of generational…
CAP Network Hosts Successful Bioeconomy Conference
CAP Network Ireland were delighted to host a National Conference in…
Global Bioeconomy Summit 2026 confirmed for October in Dublin
The fifth Global Bioeconomy Summit (GBS 2026) will take place in Dublin,…
Investment Aid for the Commercial Horticulture Sector Announced
The 2026 Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of the Commercial…
The FarmBioNet Horizon Project is looking for support
FarmBioNet is a Teagasc led project working with farmers, to foster…
New ‘Arable Coast Environment’ EIP Project Announced
A new Operational Group led by SECAD have been approved to deliver the…
2025 BISS Payments Begin for 110,499 Farmers
Advance payments under the 2025 Basic Income Support for Sustainability…
Women in Agriculture Winter Webinar Series
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is hosting a…
Important Dates for October and November 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Bioeconomy Takes Centre Stage at the Ploughing Championships
The National Ploughing Championships once again showcased the power of…
BBioNets to Boost Agricultural and Silvicultural Economic Growth
BBioNets is a Horizon Europe project (2023–2026) that relies on,…
Irish Bioeconomy Forum 2.0
The final meeting of the Irish Bioeconomy Forum 2.0 took place in Tralee…
National Conference on Ireland’s Growing Agri-Bioeconomy Sector
To launch Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2025 (BIW2025), CAP Network Ireland, in…
Packed Programme for Burren Winterage Weekend 2025
Celebrate the ancient farming tradition of Winterage in the Burren this…
CAP Network Ireland National Conference 2025
To launch Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2025 (BIW2025), CAP Network Ireland, in…
Voluntary ACRES Training Courses for Tranche 1 Participants
It has been announced that participants who entered ACRES under Tranche 1…
LEADER Funding Workshops in Laois
Laois Partnership Company invites individuals, businesses and community…
LEADER Funding Information Events in Westmeath
Westmeath Community Development (WCD) has announced two upcoming…
CAP Network Booklet Spotlights Women Working in Agriculture
Women Working in Agriculture and Rural Development Spotlighted in new CAP…
Areas of Natural Constraints Scheme Payments Announced
Advance payments totalling €183.2 million have issued to 86,985 farmers…
Communities at the Heart of Rural Development in Wexford
Wexford Local Development recently announced the approval of…
Targeted LEADER Call to Promote Local Food Products in Louth
The promotion of local food products in Louth is a strategic action of…
Commission on Generational Renewal in Farming Report Published
At the National Ploughing Championships today, the report of the…
Tenders Awarded for Children’s and Young Person’s Farm Safety Awareness Initiatives
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, along…
LEADER Funded Upskilling Training Programme in Roscommon
Elphin New Cemetery Committee in Co. Roscommon was recently awarded…
CAP Network Ireland Team Day in Rural Dublin
CAP Network Ireland recently enjoyed a productive team day out in rural…
Targeted LEADER Call to Strengthen Community and Voluntary Organisations in Louth
Community and volunteering organisations play a vital role in…
Important Dates for September and October 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
An Organic Co-operative Delivering for its Members
Leitrim Organic Farmers Co-op (Leitrim Organic Farmers Co-op) was…
CAP Network’s Innovation Hub Organics Pilot
CAP Network’s Innovation Hub Organics Pilot has recently prioritised…
Discover the Organic Village at the Ploughing
The Organic Village returns to this year’s National Ploughing…
The Irish Organic Sector Continues to Grow
The latest tranche of the Organic Farming Scheme took in approximately…
LEADER Support for Athleague Hurling Club
Athleague Hurling Club was recently awarded €124,210.24 in funding under…
Targeted LEADER Call To Tackle Climate Change in Cavan
Are you a community, SME, or private individual looking to tackle climate…
Taoiseach and Ministers Heydon and Muir announce €9 million Shared Island funding for two bioeconomy demonstration projects
Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the…
LEADER Funding Call for Youth Projects in Leitrim
Leitrim Development Company is now accepting Expressions of Interest…
Green Enterprise Targeted LEADER Call in Tipperary
Funding is available through the LEADER Programme for enterprises and…
LEADER Funding for State-of-the-Art Facility in Roscommon
Boyle Celtic FC, in Co. Roscommon, has announced the development of a…
Dublin Rural LEADER Launches Targeted Call for Feasibility Studies
Are you sitting on an idea that could transform your community, farm, or…
LEADER Capacity Building Workshop Report Now Available
In early June, CAP Network Ireland, in collaboration with the Department…
Beef Welfare Scheme Opens for 2025
The 2025 Beef Welfare Scheme (BWS) is now open for applications. The €28…
A Pioneering Approach to Mental Health Care
Understanding the potential benefits to mental health and wellbeing that…
Important Dates for August and September 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Investment Supports Available for Safety on Your Farm
According to statistics published by the Health and Safety Authority, in…
From Fields to Feelings: Supports Available for Mental Health
It may go without saying, but it’s worth reminding ourselves that farming…
Identifying Changes in Our Mental Health
An estimated one in four Irish farmers are facing burnout; a state of…
SafeHabitus: At the Forefront of Safer, More Sustainable Farming
SafeHabitus is a four-year Horizon Europe research project coordinated by…
Application Window for ACRES CP NPI’s Now Open
The application window for Non-Productive Investments (NPIs) available…
A farmer-led moth monitoring scheme to engage farmers in citizen science for pollinators
The Farmer Moth Monitoring EIP Project builds on from the Protecting…
Year 2 of Waters of LIFE
Waters of LIFE are inviting expressions of interest for Year 2 of their…
National Farm Safety Measure 2025 Now Open
The National Farm Safety Measure has opened for 2025 and will provide…
ACORNS 11 Now Open for Applications
The opening of the call for applications for ACORNS 11 (Accelerating the…
Thematic Group on Unlocking the Potential of Cooperation
A new EU CAP Network Thematic Group (TG) on Unlocking the Potential of…
ACRES Landscape Actions Open to Applicants
ACRES Landscape Actions are now open for applications from ACRES…
Date Set for CAP Network Ireland National Conference
To launch Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2025 (BIW2025), CAP Network Ireland, in…
Improving Water Resilience in Rural Areas through the CAP
The EU CAP Network has announced a new Thematic Group (TG) on Improving…
New Ambitious EU Budget Proposed for 2028-2034
The European Commission has presented its proposal for an ambitious and…
ACRES NPI Claims System Prepares to Open
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has announced…
“Spotlight on Female-Led Sustainability” booklet launch
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, today…
LEADER Supported Night and Day Festival Draws Thousands to Roscommon
The fourth annual Night and Day Festival, delivered by Cruachan…
Read the EU CAP Network’s June LEADER Newsletter
The latest edition of the EU CAP Network’s LEADER newsletter is now…
LEADER Funded Storage Facility Opens in Castlerea
A new chapter begins for the Castlerea Rose Festival with the official…
The Innovation Hub – Transferring Innovative Knowledge to Stakeholders
The CAP Network Ireland Innovation Hub is leading a targeted initiative…
Sowing the Seeds of Sustainability: A Look at Ireland’s Organic Strategy 2024–2030
The National Organics Strategy 2024-2030 is Ireland’s roadmap for growth…
Spotlight on Innovation in Agriculture
Innovation in Agriculture The Innovation Spotlight is an initiative by…
Important Dates for July and August 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Regen Ireland EIP: Regenerating Irish soils through farming
Join the Regen Ireland Journey – Grow a Healthier, More Resilient Farm…
Farmers Can Lead The Way: Agriculture and Climate Change Conference
On June 5th, CAP Network Ireland attended the Department of Agriculture,…
New Call for Proposals for Nature on Arable Farmland*
A new €7 million open call for project proposals under the European…
€1.5m Forestry Promotion Funding Announced*
The results of the 2025/2026 Open Call for Proposals for Forestry…
Children and Young Person Farm Safety Awareness Initiatives*
Proposals are being sought for projects that promote children’s and…
Open Call for Proposals for Forestry Skills Training 2025 – 2026*
A second tranche of the open call for proposals for Forestry Skills…
Two Opportunities Still Available to Correct BISS Applications*
Two important opportunities are still available to farmers who wish to…
Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards 2025 Open for Entries
The third edition of the Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards…
Agri-Food Tourism Projects Awarded €300,000 in Funding*
Funding to the value of €300,000 has been awarded to 22 local agri-food…
ACRES Balancing Payments and New Monitored Actions
Balancing payments of €33.2 million have been issued to 42,444 farmers…
ACRES Balancing Payments and New Monitored Actions*
Balancing payments of €33.2 million have been issued to 42,444 farmers…
123,705 BISS Payment Applications Submitted On Time
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has confirmed…
123,705 BISS Payment Applications Submitted On Time*
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) has confirmed…
Help Shape EU Climate Policy
Survey on Climate Change Adaptation in Agriculture ICF, a consultancy…
Help Shape EU Climate Policy*
Survey on Climate Change Adaptation in Agriculture This study aims to…
Three Year Funding for Projects Promoting Organic Sector
Ten projects have been awarded total funding of almost €1 million per…
Three Year Funding for Projects Promoting Organic Sector*
Ten projects have been awarded total funding of almost €1 million per…
€17.8 million awarded to new EIP projects on the theme of environmental sustainability
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD,…
€17.8 million awarded to new EIP projects on the theme of environmental sustainability*
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD,…
Important Dates for May and June 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Important Dates for May and June 2025*
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
What is Biodiversity and How Can We Help?
A climate and biodiversity crisis was declared in Ireland in 2019. Over…
What is Biodiversity and How Can We Help?*
A climate and biodiversity crisis was declared in Ireland in 2019. Over…
Strong Farmer Engagement in ACRES Donegal CP
Henry O’Donnell is Programme Manager of the ACRES Donegal CP team. He…
Strong Farmer Engagement in ACRES Donegal CP*
Henry O’Donnell is Programme Manager of the ACRES Donegal CP team. …
Antimicrobial Resistance – What you need to know.
What is the challenge: Antimicrobial Resistance Antimicrobial Resistance…
Antimicrobial Resistance – What you need to know*
What is the challenge: Antimicrobial Resistance Antimicrobial Resistance…
Registration for Agriculture and Climate Change Conference Opens
The programme and the opening of registration for the Agriculture and…
Burren in Bloom Returns for 2025
From the 3rd to the 25th May 2025, the Burrenbeo Trust’s annual…
2025 Open Call for Farmer Safety, Health and Wellbeing Projects
An open call for farmer safety, health and wellbeing projects has today…
New Measure to Support Producer Organisations Announced
A new measure to support the formation and establishment of Producer…
Dublin Rural Farmers Meeting
Dublin Rural LEADER, in collaboration with Teagasc, invites you to a…
Opportunity for Businesses to Fund Creation of Native Woodlands
A new opportunity for businesses of all sizes to become associated with…
Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme Reopens for New Applicants
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has…
Ireland’s AKIS Coordination Group
In the CAP Strategic Plan 2023-2027, the Department of Agriculture, Food…
Mapping of AKIS Actors in Ireland
A map of AKIS actors in Ireland has been developed by the AKIS…
Community Groups Awarded LEADER funding in Co. Wexford
Wexford Local Development recently announced the allocation of €402,840…
Harvesting and Scaling Tacit Knowledge within AKIS
While national agri-food authorities are key stakeholders within the…
Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) in Practice
The Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System (AKIS) in Ireland…
Understanding Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems
Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) is the combined…
New €22 million National Sheep Welfare Scheme Opens
The opening for applications of the 2025 National Sheep Welfare Scheme…
Payments for Knowledge Transfer (KT) Programme
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, has…
March 2025 EU CAP Network LEADER Newsletter
The latest edition of the EU CAP Network’s LEADER newsletter is now…
Call for Projects to Optimise Digital Connectivity in Roscommon
Roscommon LEADER Partnership recently announced the launch of a new…
€4 Million National Dairy Beef Weighing Scheme
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, has…
Year 3 of Sheep Improvement Scheme Opens To New Entrants
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, has announced the…
Important Dates for April and May
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
2025 Farmer Clinics for BISS and other area related schemes
A series of in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their…
Payments Begin for Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme
The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the…
Five New EIP Projects Announced
Funding of €2.85 million has been awarded to five new European Innovation…
New NeighbourWood Scheme Launched
A new NeighbourWood Scheme has been announced within the Forestry…
Free talks being hosted by ACRES CP teams
Are you a farmer, landowner, or community member interested in improving…
Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards 2024 Projects Brochure
The EU CAP Network recently published a new brochure which features the…
Improving Biodiversity, Water Quality and Farmer Payments
ACRES CP and Farming for Water EIP are combining forces for the first…
The Hare’s Corner is Back for 2025
The Hare’s Corner is back for another year offering landowners…
Emergency TAMS Tranche Announced for Storm Damage
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD has…
Call for Young and Female Entrepreneurs in Rural Dublin
Dublin Rural LEADER is launching a targeted call for projects aimed at…
Women in Irish Agriculture
Saturday, 8th March 2025, is International Women’s Day (IWD). This…
The Women Farmers Capital Investment Scheme So Far
The Women Farmers Capital Investment Scheme (WFCIS) opened for…
Meet Ireland’s First Female Nest Protection Officers
Breeding Waders EIP is once again breaking new ground by employing the…
Celebrating A Decade of Support for Rural Female Entrepreneurs
The ACORNS initiative was designed to unleash the potential of female…
Important Dates for March
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
‘There’s more to the story…’ Campaign Launched
CAP Network Ireland, which is co-funded by the European Union and the…
Hen Harrier Project Final Report Now Available
The Hen Harrier Project European Innovation Partnership (EIP) operated…
Tillage and Horticulture Support Scheme Payments Begin
Payments totalling €32.4 million have commenced issuing to farmers under…
National Agriculture & Climate Change Conference in June
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine have announced a major…
New On-farm Peer-to-Peer Learning & Innovation Seminar
The EU CAP Network are seeking participants eager to share their…
Forestry Knowledge Transfer Group (KTG) Scheme 2025 Opens
The Forestry Knowledge Transfer Group (KTG) Scheme is now open for 2025….
Important Farmer Survey on Agricultural Plastics
PAPILLONS (Plastic in Agricultural Production: Impacts, Lifecycles and…
New Ministerial Appointments to Agriculture and Rural Briefs
CAP Network Ireland extends warm congratulations to the new Ministers and…
New €3 million Call for Proposals for Organic Sector Development
A call for proposals to promote and develop the Irish organic sector has…
Cross-visits: Call for Participating EIP-AGRI Operational Groups
The EU CAP Network is organising three cross-visits for EIP-AGRI…
Major Conference Announced for Organic Vegetable Sector
A major conference has been announced that will be of significant…
LEADER Programme How To Apply Guide
In early December, CAP Network Ireland launched a new publication…
The Added Value of LEADER – Connecting Rural Europe
For over 30 years, LEADER has been core to the implementation of rural…
New Guidelines for the Visual Identification of LEADER
The European Commission has recently issued new guidelines to member…
Important Dates for February/March 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Participate in New EU CAP Network Brokerage Event
The EU CAP Network is organising a ‘Partnering for innovation with impact…
Award Winning LEADER Project: Galway Wool Co-op
The Galway Wool Co-op was an award-winning entry in the EU CAP Network’s…
The 2023-2027 LEADER Programme at a Glance
Since its inception in 1991, LEADER has provided grants to rural Ireland…
New Simplification of CAP Thematic Group Announced
EU CAP Network have announced the launch of a new Thematic Group (TG) on…
All 2025 Tranche Closing Dates Confirmed for TAMS 3
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine have announced the…
Smart Farming and Bioeconomy: Shaping Tomorrow’s Agriculture
In October 2024 Munster Technological University a collaborative workshop…
2025 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Opens
The opening of the 2025 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme with a…
Call Opens for Agri-Food Tourism Initiative Proposals
A call for proposals for Agri-Food Tourism Initiatives under the 2025…
EU Workshop on Farmers Position in Supply Chains
Are you an Operational Group member, farmer, cooperative and association…
TAMS 3 Tranche 6 Now Open for Applications
The Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine has announced that…
Irish Horticulture Sector Continued to Grow in 2024
The Irish Horticulture sector received €19 million in supports in 2024 to…
New Organic Nutrient Movement App Now Available
A new Organic Nutrient Movement App has been launched by the Department…
Organic Processing Investment Grant Scheme Reopens
The launch of the latest tranche of the Organic Processing Investment…
Agroforestry: Bridging Agriculture, Forestry, and Environment
Agroforestry Developments in Ireland: Bridging Agriculture, Forestry, and…
Traceless Project Biodegradable Tree Supports
Forests are crucial for environmental health and human well-being. They…
Award Winning Ilaun Farm Forest Alliance
The Ilaun Farm Forest Alliance European Innovation Partnership (EIP)…
Schemes and Grants in Forestry & Agroforestry
At the beginning of the 20th century, the Irish State began to encourage…
The Role of DAFM in Advancing Forest Research in Ireland
Ireland’s forests play an important role in the country’s rural economy,…
Important Dates for January/February 2025
This list is intended as a resource to stay up to date with the latest…
Successful Short Supply Chains Applicants Announced
The successful applicants to the call for innovative proposals to…
21 New Policy Focused Research Projects Announced
Funding worth €4 million has been awarded to 21 new policy-focused…
Facilitating the Multi-Actor Approach (MAA) through PREMIERE’s AKIS Stakeholder Engagement Strategy
Article provided by Dr Shane Conway, Dr Maura Farrell, Dr Frances Carter…
ACRES Cooperation Actions to Begin
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD,…
Views Sought on Generational Renewal in Farming
The Commission on Generational Renewal in Farming that was established in…
Straw Incorporation Measure (SIM) Payments Announced
Payments totalling €4.8 million have commenced issuing to farmers under…
2024 Eco-Scheme Balancing Payments Begin
Balancing payments under the 2024 Eco-Scheme have commenced, following an…
New Sustainable Forest Harvesting Machinery Grant Announced
The Innovative Forest Technology Scheme: Module 3 – Sustainable Forest…
Organic farming industry grows with 700 new applicants for 2025
Senator Pippa Hackett, Minister of State for Land Use and Biodiversity at…
Innovation and Diversification Schemes in Horticulture Opens
Three schemes to support increased innovation and diversification among…
Farmers to Receive a Range of CSP Payments in December
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has announced the…
LEADER Programme ‘How To Apply Guide’ Launched
In early December, CAP Network Ireland launched a new publication…
Irish Project Success at Prestigious EU Awards
Two exceptional projects today proudly represented Ireland as finalists…
Vote for your Favourite Irish Finalist in EU Awards
Two exceptional Irish projects have been nominated as finalists in the EU…
Farm Carbon EIP Shortlisted for EU Award
The Farm Carbon EIP project, nominated by CAP Network Ireland for the EU…
LEADER Supported Galway Wool Co-op Nominated for Prestigious EU Award
The LEADER supported Galway Wool Co-op, nominated by CAP Network Ireland…
TODAY: final day to complete SCEP training modules 2024
Final reminder to participants of the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Program…
Pioneering Research Progress’ to mark Science Week 2024
In anticipation of Science Week 2024, which runs from 10th to 17th…
Call for Environmental Sustainability EIP Projects
An open call for European Innovation Partnership (EIP) projects under the…
ABP Supporting Sustainable Beef Systems
ABP Supporting Sustainable Beef Systems The beef sector remains a…
Commission on Generational Renewal in Farming Established
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ARIA 2024 Finalists Announced
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Fodder Transport Support Measure Payments Begin
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Soil Sampling and Analysis Programme Phase 3 Opens
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BISS and CRISS Payments Begin
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Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2024
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Brandon Bioscience: Maximising Nitrogen Use Efficiency
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Call For New EU CAP Network Focus Groups
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Most ACRES Balancing Payments to be made in September
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Agriculture Progress on Climate Change Acknowledged
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Major Agri-Food Trade Mission to China and Rep. of Korea
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Significant TAMS Announcement Regarding Slurry
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LEADER Programme Launched in East Galway
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Baling Assistance Payment Scheme Launched to Boost Fodder Reserves
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European LEADER Congress 2024
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2024 Farm Safety Measure Opens
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Tullamore Farm Suckler and Sheep Open Day
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CAP Network Ireland Facilitates EIP-Agri Webinar – Phase 2
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€300,000 Announced for Agri-food Tourism Projects
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Innovative Farmer Health & Wellbeing Initiative Report Published
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Extra Payments Made Under CRISS and CIS-YF
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CAP Network Ireland Attend BISS Clinics Across The Country
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Water Table Management, Peatland Restoration and Farming Event
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The Breeding Waders EIP Project Officially Launches
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Ireland Makes a Big Impression at 2024 EIP-AGRI Innovation Awards
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Irish EIP Project Illaun Farm-Forest Alliance Wins Prestigious EU Award
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€79m Allocated Under New Ash Dieback Action Plan
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Mandatory Online Training Course for SCEP Participants Launched
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DAFM Seeks User Opinions to Improve AgFood Portal
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Approval Letters Issued to ACRES Tranche 2 Applicants
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Three Irish Projects Nominated For Prestigious EU Award
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2024 Policy Research Call For Proposals Launched
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€2.2 million for Environmental and Timber Research Announced
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New Fodder Transport Support Measure Announced
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LEADER Supported 5-Year Strategy for St. Declan’s Way Launched
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Inishowen Uplands EIP Final Conference Demonstrates a Whole Farm Approach to Sustainable Farming
CAP Network Ireland was delighted to participate in the final conference…
CAP Network Attends All Island Bioeconomy Summit
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€15 million budget for National Sheep Welfare Scheme Announced
Minister Charlie McConalogue T.D., from the Department of Agriculture,…
Farm Machinery Safety Awareness Campaign Launched
Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine,…
Irish Students Triumph in BISC-E Challenge
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Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards 2024 Now Open for Entries
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New LEADER Resources on the EU CAP Network Website
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€25m Scheme to Strengthen the Dairy Beef Sector Announced
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Ireland Pledges 5 Million Native Trees to EU Initiative
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ACRES Hedgerow And Tree Planting Extended Until March 2025
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National Liming Programme Deadline Extended
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GAEC 7 Crop Diversification Exemption Announced for 2024
Under Conditionality (the baseline requirements of farmers in receipt of…
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EU LIFE: European Sustainable Energy Week 2024
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EU LIFE Awards 2024
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Major Farming and Renewable Energy Industry Summit in April
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LIFE IP Peatlands and People Project Fourth Year Update
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Legacy4LIFE Project Comes to an End
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EU Farmers’ Voices Heard With New Online Survey
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LIFE IP Wild Atlantic Nature is an innovative and ambitious project aimed…
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LIFE On Machair Reports on Progress
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Shared Island Bioeconomy Demonstration Initiative Launched
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New LIFE Strategic Nature Project (SNaP) Ireland Announced
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Interim Payments Made for ACRES Tranche 1 Applicants
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Irish Rural Link Led Consortium Awarded Breeding Waders EIP
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Last Chance For Tickets to Exciting ASA & Macra na Feirme Event
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Ireland Commits €2M to Innovative European Research Partnership
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Celebrating Women in Agriculture and Rural Communities
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Reducing Food Waste on National Stop Food Waste Day
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Work Continues to Meet Ireland’s Nature Restoration Commitments
Ireland’s fourth National Biodiversity Action Plan was launched on the…
Nature Restoration Law Approved by EU Parliament
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DEW Project to Feature at Next Rural Studies Seminar
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Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Now Open
The Heritage Council, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture,…
Applications Now Open for the 2024 Basic Income Support for Sustainability Scheme
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has officially…
Horticultural Growers Information Day: A Knowledge-packed Event
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FRED Project Launches Food System Stakeholder Workshops
FoodCloud, a leading Irish food redistribution organization, and a…
TAMS 3 Priority Approval Mechanism Opens for Tranche 2 Applicants
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Interim Payments Announced for ACRES Tranche 1 Participants
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New Native Woodland Conservation Scheme Launched
It is common knowledge that Ireland’s forest cover is among the…
CAP Network Ireland Case Study Farmer Interviewed on Radio
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Agriculture and Environmental Sustainability Information Events in March
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St. Declan’s Way: History, Connection, Culture & Sustainable Development.
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European LEADER Association for Rural Development (ELARD) Newsletter
The latest edition of the European LEADER Association for Rural…
Farmers4Safety EIP-AGRI Project Presents Insights at Galway Rural Voices Seminar.
Niamh Nolan, Farmers4Safety – Managing Risk Together EIP-AGRI project…
Smart Rural 27 National CAP Network Meeting
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ACRES Tranche 1 Tree Planting Currently Underway
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Irish Organic Sector Continues to Grow
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Sustainability Skills with Mullingar Chamber of Commerce
Ireland’s Knowledge Centre for Carbon, Climate and Community Action…
Year Two of the Sheep Improvement Scheme Opens to New Entrants
The Sheep Improvement Scheme (SIS) is designed to support animal health…
Award Winning Irish Farmer Appears at Prestigious EU Symposium
On February 1st 2024 a Symposium on the Future of Agriculture in the EU…
National Women in Agriculture Action Plan Announced
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Horticulture Crisis Fund Payments Begin
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Flexibility Announced for SCEP Participants
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Invitation to Participate in Public Consultation on Nitrates Directive
The European Commission has launched an open public consultation on the…
Balance of 2023 Eco-Scheme Payments Now Issued
The Department for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, announced on the…
Tillage Farmers Unable to Complete 2023 Harvest to Receive €14.3m
Farmers in the tillage industry experienced many serious challenges in…
New €50 million Water EIP Funding for Landowners
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) there are over…
Proposals Call Issued for Agri-Food Tourism Initiatives
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Thematic Group on Green Architecture: Designing Green Strategies
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Access Resumes for Irish Beef to Chinese Markets
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EU CAP Network EIP-AGRI Newsletter
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CAP Network Ireland Attends 2023 European LEADER Congress
The 2023 European LEADER Congress took place on the 18th-19th of December…
EU CAP Network LEADER Newsletter
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ReNu2Cycle – Maximising Recycling Derived Fertiliser Use
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Exploring Innovative Knowledge to Support Horticulture in Ireland
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EIP-AGRI Innovation Awards 2024 for Operational Groups
Since the establishment of EIP-AGRI in 2012, more than 3400 Operational…
Hedgerows Ireland – Upcoming Hedge Laying Training Days
Formerly known as the Hedge Laying Association of Ireland, Hedgerows…
BIODIRECT: Connecting Bioeconomy Innovators with Industry Customers
Circular Bioeconomy Cluster South-West at Munster Technological…
ACRES West Connacht Cooperation Summer Bursary Scholarship Scheme 2024
Exciting opportunities await undergraduate students passionate about…
Exciting Career Opportunity at ACRES Breifne
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1st AKIS Coordination Group Meeting Takes Place
CAP Network Ireland attended the first Agricultural Knowledge and…
Exchange of Ideas at National (CAP) Networking for Innovation Workshop
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DAFM announce €24.2 million in research grants
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12 Local and National Organic Projects Receive €1.1 million
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Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchment EIP Project Successfully Concludes
IRD Duhallow held their Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchment EIP – End…
Deadline for Breeding Waders EIP Extended
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Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme Applicants Receive Payments
Payments under the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP) have…
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Payments Begin under the National Beef Welfare Scheme
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ACRES Tranche 1 Payments Begin, Tranche 2 Application Window Closes
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Balance of 2023 Eco-Scheme Payments Now Issued
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Agri-Food Regulator Formally Established
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Fodder Support Scheme 2023 Balance Payments Begin
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Approval Letters for TAMS3 Tranche 1 Issued
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Irish Research on Greenhouse Gas Reduction Shared at COP28
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New Organic Processing Investment Grant Scheme Announced
Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine,…
Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchment EIP Project Successfully Concludes
IRD Duhallow held their Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchment EIP – End…
Irish Grass Fed Beef Receives Special Recognition
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Emissions From Agriculture Trending Downwards
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ACRES Tranche 2 Launch Date Confirmed
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Agriculture & Climate Change Conference Closes With Positive Message
The key message from the highly successful ‘Agriculture and Climate…
€19 Million Worth of Sheep Improvement Scheme Payments Announced
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D,…
CAP Network Ireland Participates in PREMIERE’s Multi-Actor Advisory Group
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BIOFARM: Conference Highlights Value of Farming Communities
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Over 100,000 Farmers to Receive Eco-Scheme Payments
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Empowering Female Farmers: Over 250 Apply for Woman Farmers’ Capital Investment Scheme
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Modernisation of Agriculture Through Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS)
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“I always knew I wanted to farm, always loved being on the farm, always…
2 Week National Farm Safety Measure Extension Announced
The agricultural sector has consistently suffered the highest number of…
Soil Sampling And Analysis Programme Deadline Extended November 10th
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Major Agriculture and Climate Change conference to be held
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Budget 2024 – Department of Agriculture Measures
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4,000 New Places Available in Tranche 2 of ACRES
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Jack Kearney always wanted to be a dairy farmer and came straight home…
New Zealand and Irish Industry meet in MTU
Munster Technological University’s extensive portfolio of research,…
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ACORNS – 9th year of development programme deadline
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National Conference on Agriculture and Climate Science
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The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD,…
Social Farming Open Day in Co. Offaly
Social Farming Ireland held an open day on the farm of Social Farmers…
Farmers to be paid €156 each for completing ACRES training
The Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) was launched in June of…
2023 Bioeconomy Demonstration Initiative announced
A €10 million funding opportunity has just been announced by the…
Inishowen Upland Farmers Project – Improving Farm Profitability through Sustainable Practices
The Inishowen Upland Farmers Project is a locally led EIP-Agri project…
The ARCZero Project – Climate Smart Farming
ARCZero is a farmer-led European Innovation Project (EIP) which studied…
Duhallow Farming Blue Dot Catchment launches Book of Measures
The Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchment EIP Project is funded by the…
Ireland’s First on-farm Regenerative Agriculture Event
Ireland’s First on-farm Regenerative Agriculture Event recently took…
Acres Score Card deadline extended
Acres Score Card deadline extended Ireland’s CAP Strategic Plan…
Love Your Wellies Competition 2023
Every corner of every field, village and town in rural Ireland has a…
NRN is now CAP Network Ireland
We are delighted to share the exciting news that the National Rural…
Irish Language EIP-AGRI National Conference 2022 Report
In November 2022, the National Rural Network (NRN) hosted an EIP-AGRI…
