Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire

To seek support for the pub sector in Budget 2027

IFA propose the introduction of an agricultural Rainy Day Fund, which allows farmers across all sectors to put aside a small percentage of their gross receipts, whether in their coop, a specially assigned bank account, or a State Farm Volatility Fund.::IFA propose the deferred…

To highlight that despite consistently delivering a wide range of the highest quality food ingredients globally, most farmers struggle to obtain a positive market return for their endeavours.::IFA propose that targeted sectoral support sucklers (€300/cow), sheep (€35/ewe),…

To highlight that TAMS has contributed to the upgrading and modernisation of Irish farms, as well as the purchase of new / innovative equipment / technology for many years now, helping improve on-farm efficiencies.::IFA Propose::• Provide at least €100m in funding for TAMS in…

To highlight the long awaited ‘Long Established Young Farmer Scheme' launched in 2025. Despite a lower than required allocation per Budget 2025, less than half of the €5m ring-fenced was actually drawn down from the scheme – a factor of the restrictive eligibility criteria…

To highlight that IFA believes that a substantial proportion of the Climate and Nature Fund, together with revenues generated through carbon taxation, must be ring-fenced for agriculture. Farmers need certainty that additional climate and environmental obligations will be…

To highlight that a dedicated energy efficient scheme to assist farmers to take measures to adopt emerging technologies that will decarbonise and reduce dependency on fossil fuels should be introduced with direct funding from the Climate & Nature Fund.::IFA propose funding…

To highlight that the correct pH of the soil is essential to maximise the uptake of available plant nutrients.::IFA propose::The reintroduction of the Liming Scheme for 2027-2028 with increased payment of €20 per tonne. In light of increasing fertiliser prices, this is a scheme…

IFA Propose::VAT refunds on essential farm investments, including::- Calf feeders::- Generators::- Milk tanks::- All investments that promote animal welfare::- Introduction of accelerated capital allowances on key farm equipment such as milking parlours, scrapers, and…

IFA Propose::• Immediate introduction of the seasonal work permit scheme aligned with the national minimum wage.::• A labour cost support scheme specifically for horticulture::• Freezing the GEP salary roadmap for horticultural employers.::• Consideration given to a new…

IFA Propose::• Increase funding to €15 million (from €8.5 million in 2024).::• Inclusion of specialised refurbished / second-hand equipment.::• Inclusion of BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) to be covered by any grant scheme. Many horticulture growers use large amounts of…

IFA Propose::• Full income tax relief for landowners leasing land to horticultural growers for at least two consecutive years.::• Clear eligibility criteria to ensure the scheme supports active, productive use by commercial growers.

IFA Propose::• All sectors must be supported for the transition to automation as technology is advanced.::• For the mushroom sector where technology is ready for investment, a separate fund with an initial allocation of €10million. is required to invest in costly automation,…

IFA propose that a budget of €2million should be provided to initiate a pilot Spent Mushroom Compost scheme.

IFA propose that the seed potato sector receives ringfenced financial support to encourage increased production.