Growing forward together

Tax planning is an essential part of running any farming operation.

At ifac, we specialise in providing tailored tax advice for farmers, drawing on decades of experience and a deep understanding of the Irish agricultural sector. Our expertise ensures that you can implement sound strategies to minimise your liabilities and maximise the value of your farm.

From navigating complex tax reliefs to long-term succession planning, our knowledge is designed to help you make the most of your hard-earned income.

Ifac have launched their Irish Farm Report 2026.

Sharing insights from 1,000 surveyed Irish farmers, our 8th consecutive annual Farm Report shows confidence in the sector is rising, with 61% feeling positive about the future, despite increasing pressures.

David Heraty lost his father at a tragically young age but has gone on to create an operation that is a fitting tribute to him.

A finalist in the 2025 Young Farmer of the Year Awards and winner of the Land Mobility Award, David exemplifies how careful planning, innovation and sound financial advice can turn adversity into long-term success.

Ifac has launched its Succession Guide 2026, a practical resource designed to support farming families as they plan for the future of their farm business.This is an essential starting point for anyone considering succession, whether at an early discussion stage or ready to put a formal plan in place.

Auto-enrolment (AE) is a new, mandatory retirement savings system designed to close Ireland’s pension gap. In this webinar Martin Glennon, Head of Financial Planning with ifac, together with Mary McDonagh, Head of HR & Payroll Services at ifac, explain how to prepare for AE, the alternative options available, what "My Future Fund" is and how it operates for businesses.

Auto-enrolment (AE) is a new, mandatory retirement savings system designed to close Ireland’s pension gap. In this webinar Martin Glennon, Head of Financial Planning with ifac, together with Mary McDonagh, Head of HR & Payroll Services at ifac, explain how to prepare for AE, the alternative options available, what "My Future Fund" is and how it operates for businesses.

This Christmas, it's important to celebrate and support the incredible talent of our local Irish producers.

Analysis by ifac indicates milk production costs averaging 42 cpl for 2025, based on nine months of actual figures and three months of budget projections. With co-ops dropping milk prices amid ongoing market pressures, dairy farmers are being advised to prepare for the possibility that base prices could fall below production costs in 2026.

Suckler and beef farmers are currently receiving higher prices than ever before for their livestock sales, both through the live trade and through beef prices received from processors.

With auto-enrolment (AE) launching in September 2025, employers across Ireland will need to plan for new pension contributions for eligible employees. The aim of AE is to help more workers save for retirement, but it also means additional payroll costs that businesses will need to incorporate into their financial planning.