Lobbying return by The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA
TaxationIFA propose that general stock relief of 25% relief temporarily increased to 50% until 31st December 2026 to prevent tax issues for farmers in a year of high costs and poor cashflow.
Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.
IFA propose that general stock relief of 25% relief temporarily increased to 50% until 31st December 2026 to prevent tax issues for farmers in a year of high costs and poor cashflow.
IFA Propose::• Implement 0% VAT rate on non-oral animal medicines and vaccines as early as possible.::• Accelerated capital allowances for animal health monitoring systems, automatic calf feeders, additional milkings points and hoof-care equipment.::• Zero VAT rate / Accelerated…
IFA Propose::• All farm equipment, which contributes to increased emission efficiency, such as LESS equipment or capital investment in developing bioeconomy supply chains, should qualify for accelerated capital allowances and be exempt from VAT.::• Reduced excise duty on…
IFA Propose::• Fair Deal Reform Reduce the 5-year land/business transfer clause to 3 years to allow more farmers to benefit from the Fair Deal Scheme.::• Land leased under Fair Deal should be classed as “actively farmed” to meet succession criteria.::• Increase the ancillary…
IFA Propose::• Pension Contributions - Provide credited social insurance contributions for Farm Assist recipients, as is done for Jobseeker's Allowance/Benefit.::• Backdating Credits Pre-2007 - Extend PRSI credit entitlements to farmers who were ineligible before 2007.::•…
IFA propose that Class S Rate is retained Maintain the current rate, and resist any increases until short-term benefits (illness, disability) are included in the scheme.
IFA Propose::• PRSI Inclusion for All Farmers and Spouses All farmers and spouses/partners working on the farm, to be included in the PRSI system to ensure entitlement to the contributory old age pension and reduce the risk of poverty in old age.::• Dual Pension Calculation…
IFA Propose::• The Teagasc Green Cert Course is a crucial qualification for young farmers in Ireland. Approving these courses for SUSI Grants would encourage more students to pursue agricultural education.::• As per the Programme for Government, there must be a reduction in the…
IFA Propose::• Introduce a dedicated CAP/NRP maternity & Farm Relief Scheme, providing paid maternity cover and funded replacement labour to ensure business continuity.::• Establish a Women Farmer Start-Up and Development Grant, supporting new entrants and first-time applicants…
IFA Propose::• General Employment Permits ::• Need for a full roll-out of a Seasonal work permit Scheme for all horticulture sectors based on the national minimum wage.::• Ensure supports for rising employment costs is in place, which is critical for the Mushroom & Horticulture…
Secure Government support, tax measures and policy/regulatory changes in support of the measures outlined in the Pre-Budget 2027 submission.
Secure Government support, tax measures and policy/regulatory changes in support of the measures outlined in the Pre-Budget 2027 submission by Guaranteed Irish.
Published name "Guaranteed Irish" has no legal form. "GUARANTEED IRISH COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 99874) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.
Opp to discuss further. Meeting to discuss solutions. Government engagement. Meeting to discuss. Meeting to discuss. Support for this initiative. Address the concerns. Meeting to discuss. Meeting ti discuss. Meeting to discuss.
Published name "Irish Road Haulage Association" equals CRO name "IRISH ROAD HAULAGE ASSOCIATION" (CRO 43035) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.
Secure funding for budget measures
Secure engagement between the Department of Transport in the Republic of Ireland and the Department for Infrastructure in Northern Ireland, and to explore whether a derogation, mutual recognition arrangement or other formal exemption could facilitate legitimate cross-border…