Cut to nitrates derogation to go ahead in January The European Commissioner for the Environment has confirmed that the cut in the upper nitrates limit for 2,000 to 3,000 Irish farmers will go ahead … Ireland • 23 Nov
MEPs reject proposal to halve pesticide use MEPs have rejected a proposal to cut pesticide use by half by the end of the decade, dealing a blow to the European Union's push … World • 22 Nov
Consumer caution warning as Black Friday approaches As Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are being advertised, shoppers are being advised to watch out for scams as they search for a bargain, … Consumer Affairs • 22 Nov
Quad bike users must wear helmets and undergo training Farmers and others who use quad bikes or ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) while working are obliged from today to wear helmets and to undergo safety training. Ireland • 20 Nov
Cereal harvest down 20% as weather 'more unpredictable' Bad weather throughout the year has resulted in a 20% reduction in the Irish cereal harvest according to a new report from Teagasc. Ireland • 17 Nov
Climate change is Ireland's biggest threat - Varadkar The Taoiseach has told farmers that climate change is the biggest threat facing Ireland today and it is not clear what type of agriculture we … Ireland • 17 Nov
EC to renew authorisation for herbicide glyphosate The European Commission is set to renew the approval of the use of the herbicide glyphosate in the EU for a period of ten years. World • 16 Nov
Irish grass-fed beef to get special recognition by EU Irish grass-fed beef is set to be granted special recognition for its unique characteristics and geographical origin by the European Commission. Ireland • 15 Nov
The future of farming: Using science to cut emissions 'Science in action' in the agri-sector is the theme of a climate and agriculture conference taking place in Dublin. Ireland • 15 Nov
China closes to Irish beef, but when can ban be lifted? China is the second-most populous country in the world and the closure of such a vast market for Irish beef is a blow to farmers. Ireland • 13 Nov