Approval letters will be issued to more than 2,300 ACRES Co-operation applicants. This brings the total number in the Scheme to 55,000 which reflects the significant level of farmer interest in agri-environmental and climate measures.

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An information event for the €9m Shared Island Bioeconomy Demonstration Initiative will take place on Friday 19 April in Hillsborough, Co Down. DAERA, InterTradeIreland, AFBI

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Tá sprioc orgánach 10% san áireamh i Soláthar Poiblí Glas anois.

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Fógraíonn an tAire Stáit Heydon oscailt an Ghlao Comhthaighde idir Éirinn agus an Nua-Shéalainn, 2024.

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The Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year competition aims to promote grassland excellence for all Irish livestock farmers by achieving high levels of grass utilisation in a sustainable manner. Congratulations to Kevin O'Hanlon

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€2.2m announced for new environmental and timber research. Just over €1.45 million in funding is being awarded to Irish researchers in five projects under the European Green ERAHUB which supports research into sustainable agriculture and food systems.

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We will be hosting a FREE WEBINAR next Thursday 18 April 2024 from 10.00-11.00 titled “Update on the UK’s New SPS Import Requirements”. The webinar will cover the changes to the UK’s import controls since 31st January.

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We are recruiting for the role of Assistant Agricultural Inspector - Mammalian Toxicologist. The role involves regulatory assessment of the toxicological profiles of pesticide-active substances, and of plant protection products.

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Important campaign to increase recognition of the EU Organic Leaf. Together we are building a more sustainable food system for Ireland.

Are you familiar with the EU Organic Logo (Green Leaf)? Visit thisisirishorganic.ie to discover the benefits of organic produce and how to make the move. Irish Organic: Good for People, Good for the Planet. #ThisIsIrishOrganic #GrabTheLeaf

The 2024 Ireland – New Zealand Joint Research Call on Agriculture and Climate Change has opened. It aims to support research in areas of National inventory refinement and improvement, technologies for the mitigation of GHGs, and data and digitalisation.

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▶️Má bhaineann tréidlia cuid ar bith de chluas madra chun diagnóis a dhéanamh, nó cóir leighis a chur ar ghortú, galar nó ionfhabhtú, is gá foirm taifead tréidliachta a thabhairt don úinéir

▶️Ní cheadaítear do dhuine uirlisí nó trealamh gearrtha cluas a bheith ina sheilbh aige.

The approval of the Green Public Procurement Strategy and Action Plan sees a minimum 10% of food purchased via public procurement must be certified organic. Increasing market opportunities for organic farming helps build a sustainable Irish food system.

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We are recruiting for the role of Assistant Agricultural Inspector - Nematologist. They will be responsible for developing and implementing the laboratory and advisory functions for nematology in conjunction with the plant science team.

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Fógraíonn an tAire McConalogue oscailt Scéim Náisiúnta Leasa na gCaorach nua ar fiú €15m í.

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Fodder Transport Support Measure Announced. It will provide additional assistance to livestock farmers most severely affected by the prolonged exceptional weather conditions. Support will offset transport costs of fodder that travel more than 75 km.

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We are seeking to fill the role of Assistant Agricultural Inspector - Microbiologist. It involves regulatory assessment of the efficacy of biocides, and in particular antimicrobial biocides, and is based in Backweston Agri-laboratories, Celbridge.

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Are you familiar with the EU Organic Logo (Green Leaf)? Visit thisisirishorganic.ie to discover the benefits of organic produce and how to make the move. Irish Organic: Good for People, Good for the Planet. #ThisIsIrishOrganic #GrabTheLeaf

A new €15m National Sheep Welfare Scheme has been announced. Participants in the scheme will be required to complete two actions to receive the full payment of €8 per ewe. Scheme applications must be submitted by 21 May 2024.

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We are recruiting for the role of Assistant Agricultural Inspector - Environmental Toxicologist. The role involves regulatory assessment of the ecotoxicological profiles of pesticide-active substances and plant protection products.

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