Irish Tillage Sector Faces Succession Crisis Amid Flour Mill Opportunity
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Updated Oct 10
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What happened
Figures show that 676 farmers exited the tillage sector in 2026, causing the number of tillage farmers in Ireland to fall from 11,440 in 2025 to 10,764 this year. The area under tillage has declined to an estimated 344,675 hectares. The development of Slaney Flour Mills in Wexford was highlighted as an opportunity to reduce grain reliance on imports.
From anglocelt.ie
Why it matters
The ongoing decline in tillage farmers raises concerns about the long-term viability of grain production in Ireland. Macra is calling for stronger domestic demand for Irish grain, including increased use in food manufacturing and animal feed, while the government introduced a €54 million tillage support package in Budget 2027.
From anglocelt.ie
Who's involved
- IrelandThe sovereign state where the tillage crisis and mill development are occurring.
- Department of FinanceThe department responsible for managing the €54 million tillage support package.