Farm news & scheme updates
Grant announcements, DAFM deadlines and practical guidance for Irish farmers — updated as news breaks.
Agricultural SchemesBeef Welfare Scheme 2026
The Beef Welfare Scheme 2026 is now open, offering suckler farmers up to €75 per eligible calf and a maximum payment of €3,375 per farm. Applications close at 5pm on 23 September 2026.
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ComplianceNational Farm Safety Week 2026
National Farm Safety Week is a timely reminder that the best investment on any farm is one that helps you get home safely at the end of the day. Here are practical TAMS Farm Safety investments we have completed this year.
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Farm AdviceAre you getting the most from your farm’s nutrients?
With fertiliser, slurry and organic manures becoming increasingly valuable, knowing exactly what nutrients are available on your farm is more important than ever.
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ACRESACRES Co-operation – NPI Application Portal Open
The NPI application portal is open, with a closing date of 17th October 2026. Key reminders for Tranche 1 participants, plus the full 2026 NPI payment rates.
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Schemes2026 National Sheep Welfare Scheme (NSWS)
A one-year scheme designed to support farmers in improving flock performance and animal welfare on farm. Complete 2 mandatory actions and choose 1 optional action for payment of up to €13 per ewe.
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SchemesSheep Improvement Scheme – Open for New Entrants
€12 per breeding ewe per year. To stay in the scheme you must submit your BISS application and sheep census on time, and complete at least two welfare actions. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on 29 April 2026.
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SchemesBasic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) 2026
The application window for BISS 2026 is now open. Farmers can apply for all elements of Direct Payments online. The closing date is Friday, 15 May 2026.
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RegulationsSlurry Storage and Animal Housing - Changes to Planning Exemptions
Ireland has introduced new planning exemptions allowing larger animal housing and stand-alone slurry storage tanks without full planning permission. Here is what farmers need to know about the updated thresholds and conditions.
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TAMSTAMS 3 – Shed Roof Replacement (Farm Safety Scheme)
A new TAMS 3 Farm Safety grant is available to help replace old or unsafe farm shed roofs. Here is what you need to know about the grant rate, planning rules, and technical requirements.
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SchemesOrganic Farming Scheme 2026
The Organic Farming Scheme has just been announced for 2026. Here is what active farmers need to know about eligibility, selection, payment rates, and key conditions.
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TAMSTAMS Solar Panels for Farm Sheds: How Irish Farmers Can Cut Energy Costs
TAMS 3 Solar Capital Investment Scheme offers 60% grant aid up to €90,000 per holding for solar panels on farm sheds. Here is what Irish farmers need to know before applying.
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