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Safety around slurry stores: the grants available and how to qualify
Martin Merrick
Not all investments require planning permission, while several areas surrounding slurry storage qualify for a 60% grant rate for all farmers.
3 May 2023 Buildings
Safety when replacing concrete slats
The replacement of concrete slats will be eligible for grant aid in TAMS III at a grant rate of 60%.
19 April 2023 Buildings
Understanding your TAMS III application
Martin Merrick details some of the key details that farmers should know when making their TAMS III application.
My Farming Week: Henry Cahill, Ballymartin, Pallaskenry, Co Limerick
Henry has used the 60% young farmer TAMS grant to his advantage over the last few years and invested in a new milking parlour and dribble bar.
15 March 2023 News
How accurate are the new TAMS III reference costs?
With reference costs for TAMS III increased from its predecessor, we compare it to some featured builds and how actual costs compare.
8 March 2023 Buildings
Dairy-Tech 2023: from colostrum heaters to concrete slats
Martin Merrick was in attendance at Dairy-Tech 2023, where suppliers had a range of new and interesting products on display.
8 February 2023 Management
Farmer Writes: no shortage of jobs to be done
We have a policy of keeping cattle which are easily handled and not prone to getting excitable.
1 February 2023 Farmer Writes
Home Farm: Payments arrive from the Department
The vast bulk of the money due has arrived, maintaining the payment efficiency record of the Department.
4 January 2023 Viewpoints
Five tips for managing the stock bull over winter
Given the investment made in a stock bull, don't forget to give the animal some preferential treatment during the winter housing period.
17 December 2022 Management