Carbon Navigator deadline approaching soon

Farmers as participants in the Beef Data Genomics Programme must complete their Carbon Navigator before October 31st 2016. All farmers can avail of this service here at Carroll Consultancy as we are approved DAFM Carbon Navigator advisors.

Agriculture accounts for approximately 30% of Irish greenhouse gas production with most of the remainder being contributed by the transport and domestic sectors. Ireland is committed to reduce green house gas emissions by 20% by 2020. Reductions in agricultural emissions per unit of output can be achieved by improving farm efficiency. The Beef Carbon Navigator focuses on the 6 main
efficiency measures that reduce GHG emissions and increase profit.

1. Longer grazing season
2. Lower age at first calving
3. Increased Calving Rate
4. Improved Growth Rate
5. Improved nitrogen use efficiency
6. Improved slurry management

For more information on completing the Carbon Navigator, please contact us. You do not have to be a client of our firm to avail of the service and there is no charge for completing it.

We are recruiting: applications invited for Agricultural Consultant

We now have a vacancy for an Agricultural Consultant / Advisor.

Responsibilities will include:
• Assisting our clients with their farm scheme applications including GLAS, AEOS,NR/YFS and BPS.
• Coordinate, participate and advise our clients in our Knowledge Transfer groups.
• Assist in all other agricultural consultancy activities of the business.
• Contribute to the implementation and management of the specific objectives and strategy of the business.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Have a third level qualification in Agricultural Science.
• A drive and passion to work in the private advisory service and enthusiasm to assist management with the strategic plan of the business.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Ability to work on their own initiative and as a team member in the business.
• Current drivers licence and own transport.

A competitive remuneration package is available.

Interested candidates should apply with their Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter to:
The Managing Director, Carroll Consultancy, Main Street, Swinford, Co. Mayo or by email to edwina@carrollconsultancy.ie
Closing date for applications is Friday 23rd September 2016

Carbon Navigator

Farmers as participants in the Beef Data Genomics Programme must complete their Carbon Navigator before October 31st 2016. All farmers can avail of this service here at Carroll Consultancy as we are approved DAFM Carbon Navigator advisors.

Agriculture accounts for approximately 30% of Irish greenhouse gas production with most of the remainder being contributed by the transport and domestic sectors. Ireland is committed to reduce green house gas emissions by 20% by 2020. Reductions in agricultural emissions per unit of output can be achieved by improving farm efficiency. The Beef Carbon Navigator focuses on the 6 main
efficiency measures that reduce GHG emissions and increase profit.

1. Longer grazing season
2. Lower age at first calving
3. Increased Calving Rate
4. Improved Growth Rate
5. Improved nitrogen use efficiency
6. Improved slurry management

For more information on completing the Carbon Navigator, please contact us. You do not have to be a client of our firm to avail of the service and there is no charge for completing it.

Opening of BPS 2016

The 2016 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) was opened by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine this week. All farmers must submit their application on or before 16th May 2016. In a new development, all GLAS participants must submit their BPS through the online facility. The transfer of farm entitlements application form is also available now.

If you wish to receive any farm support payments in 2016 or commenced farming in 2016, you also must declare all farmed land before this deadline.

Contact us if you wish to discuss your BPS application, buy/sell entitlements or need any advice.

Breian Carroll to be a Judge for the Agri-Business Awards 2015

Our Managing Director, Breian Carroll, will be part of the Judging Panel for the Agri-Business Awards 2015.

The Agribusiness Awards have been launched to celebrate and recognise the organisations and individuals who have contributed to Ireland’s position as a global leader in the sector. The awards covers all areas of the agribusiness industry including dairy, beef, poultry, beverages, seafood food processing and more. The programme is a platform to recognise key achievements in the industry and honour key people.

Other members of the Judging Panel are Prof. Willie Donnelly – President of Waterford Institute of Technology, Sean Farrell – Head of Agriculture Bank of Ireland, Zoe Kavanagh – CEO National Dairy Council, Anne Finnegan – Agri Strategy Manager Allied Irish Bank and Dr. Karina Pierce – Lecturer School of Agriculture and Food Science UCD.

The ceremony will be held on Tuesday, December 8th in the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Dublin.

Jackie Duggan joins the Carroll Consultancy team

Carroll Consultancy is delighted to announce the appointment of Jackie Duggan to the firm as an Agricultural Technician. Jackie worked for over 25 years with the Department of Agriculture up until his retirement in 2012. He was appointed District Superintendent of the Claremorris Department office in 1997 and was responsible for the implementation of the farm grant schemes, REPS, AEOS and other Department funded programmes.

At the announcement of his appointment, our Managing Director, Breian Carroll said ‘Jackie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team where he will be assisting our large client base with their developments under the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)’ He added ‘Jackie, with 25 years farm grant experience, fulfills the unique service we now provide to farmers, where we complete the design of the proposed development, the planning process and application, outline the proposed cost for the farmer and submit the entire farm grant and grant payment applications’.

Carroll Consultancy sponsoring Mid West Farming Matters

Carroll Consultancy is very pleased to announce the current sponsorship of Mid West radio’s (96.1 FM) Farming Matters programme, which broadcasts every Wednesday night from 10pm to 11pm. The programme is presented by Michael Neary and commands a large listenership in the Connacht region.

On last nights edition, our Managing Director Breian Carroll outlined the entire details in relation to the current farm grant schemes – Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS).

Planning Permission and Farm Grant (TAMS) Service

Planning Permission and Farm Grant (TAMS) Service

At Carroll Consultancy, we are the only firm in the region that completes the entire process from planning permission to your grant payment under the recently launched farm schemes (TAMS – Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme) below:

  • Young Farmers Capital Investment Scheme
  • Dairy Equipment Scheme
  • Organic Capital Investment Scheme
  • Low Emissions Slurry Spreading Equipment Scheme
  • Animal Welfare Safety and Nutrient Storage Scheme

The stages of our new professional service for our farmer client include the following:

  • Farmyard and structures survey: slurry, soiled water, silage effluent and dairy washings analysis. Discussions with our client regarding the proposed investment.
  • Assessment of the farm’s compliance with the Nitrates Regulations.
  • Analysis and estimate of the cost of the proposal. Assessment of the building contractor’s estimate of cost, if required.
  • Entire planning permission application – survey, design stage, draft drawings and final drawings. Discussions with the farmer client and submission of the application to the local authority.
  • Compilation of Nutrient Management Plan for the farm as required by the local authority.
  • Communications and discussions with the local authority and the DAFM on behalf of our client.
  • Completing and submitting the TAMS application for grant aid.
  • Processing building invoices and certificates. Submission of these and final documents for payment on behalf of the client to the DAFM.

Contact us now in our office to discuss.

Breián Carroll from Carroll Consultancy attends land eligibility meeting in the Oireachtas

Our Managing Director, Breián Carroll was recently part of a delegation representing the Agricultural Consultants Association (ACA) at the Oireachtas meeting of the Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine. The topics discussed were :
(i) Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals: Schedule A: COM (2015)41; and
(ii) Uncertainty faced by farmers regarding eligibility of marginal land under the Basic Payment Scheme and issues concerning GLAS:

The full meeting can be viewed on the link below.

Oireachtas Meeting