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275ac Longford solar farm set for planning battle

Planning permission for a major solar farm near Ballymahon has been challenged, with concerns raised over traffic, visual impact, construction effects and environmental assessments.

NEWS 15 June 2026

275ac Longford solar farm set for planning battle

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‘Door has not been closed on solar’ – farmers told

‘Door has not been closed on solar’ – farmers told

NEWS 27 May 2026

€7,200 a year: what solar can save a 100-cow herd

€7,200 a year: what solar can save a 100-cow herd

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 23 April 2026

How solar farms impact your entitlements

How solar farms impact your entitlements

How solar farms impact your entitlements

RENEWABLES 18 April 2026

Solar generates 1% of electricity in February

Solar generates 1% of electricity in February

Solar generates 1% of electricity in February

NEWS 25 March 2026

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Domestic dwellings to be removed from TAMS solar grants

Domestic dwellings to be removed from TAMS solar grants

Farmers wishing to install solar panels for domestic use may apply for support from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, the Department official said.

SCHEMES 4 March 2026

Slow energy transition leaves Ireland exposed

Slow energy transition leaves Ireland exposed

Crisis shows the country is once again exposed to developments beyond Ireland’s control.

NEWS 4 March 2026

One of Ireland’s largest solar farms set for north Kerry

One of Ireland’s largest solar farms set for north Kerry

One of Ireland’s largest solar projects - an 860ac solar farm - has been proposed for north Kerry, with the project being developed by local farmers on their own and neighbouring land.

NEWS 4 March 2026

Goodman objects to Co Louth solar farm

Goodman objects to Co Louth solar farm

Farm controlled by Larry Goodman objects to 268ac solar farm near Castlebellingham, Co Louth.

NEWS 4 March 2026

Renewables progress not reflected in bills

Renewables progress not reflected in bills

Ireland’s renewable success offers little comfort to consumers and farmers as electricity prices remain the highest in Europe.

RENEWABLES 4 March 2026

TAMS III approval rates tumble for tranche 10

TAMS III approval rates tumble for tranche 10

The Solar Capital Investment Scheme and Dairy Equipment Scheme will see just 10% of applications set to be approved.

SCHEMES 4 March 2026

Minister accused of hatchet job on TAMS solar PV

Minister accused of hatchet job on TAMS solar PV

The Minister of Agriculture has been accused of doing a of hatchet job on TAMS solar PV grants, just as energy prices are set to skyrocket again.

NEWS 4 March 2026

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How FJ Dynamics is supporting smarter decisions in the field

After more than two decades working with GPS technology, Tipperary contractor and dealer Robert O’Shea has witnessed precision farming become an increasingly important part of everyday farm management

How FJ Dynamics is supporting smarter decisions in the field

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