Current prices, historical trends, and profitability insights for Irish wheat farmers
Monthly average prices per kilogram for feed and milling wheat in Ireland
Irish wheat prices are influenced by global market trends, weather conditions affecting yields, input costs (especially fertilizer), exchange rates (as Ireland imports much of its wheat), and domestic demand from millers and feed producers.
While wheat remains a staple of Irish tillage, margins have tightened significantly in recent years due to rising input costs and price volatility. Many farmers are exploring alternatives like hemp which offer higher gross margins with lower input requirements.
Yes! Many of our partner farmers successfully rotate hemp with traditional crops like wheat. Hemp improves soil health and can break disease cycles, potentially benefiting subsequent wheat crops. We provide full rotation planning support.
The main outlets are local grain merchants, feed mills (for feed wheat), and flour mills (for milling quality wheat). Unlike hemp which we purchase directly under contract, wheat requires finding buyers each season.
