Premier Credit Union

30/08/2026

Straw prices have jumped sharply as drought conditions cut yields and demand soars from farmers who find themselves short on winter fodder. Round bales are selling for up to €30 per bale before delivery, up from €22-€25 in July, as reported by Agriland.

If rising fodder costs are putting pressure on your cashflow, Cultivate is worth a call.

To find out more about Cultivate's farmer friendly finance, call 1800 839 999 or visit www.Cultivate-CU.ie.

Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

(Source: Agriland)

29/08/2026

Local authorities inspected 4,315 farms under GAP regulations last year, with 2,935 enforcement actions taken, 68% higher than the year before. Of those inspected, 43% were found to be non compliant.

The most common issues were uncontrolled runoff from farmyard manure, inadequate gutters and downpipes, poor clean and dirty water separation and slurry management.

If infrastructure upgrades are needed to make your farm ready for inspection, Cultivate farm loans can help. Unsecured loans up to €100,000 from your local Credit Union.

Call 1800 839 999 or visit www.Cultivate-CU.ie

Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

(Sources: EPA; Agriland)

28/08/2026

Four in ten Irish drivers want to go electric but say the upfront cost is stopping them.

The Carzone 2026 Motoring Report found upfront price is the single biggest barrier to switching to an EV for Irish drivers. The €3,500 SEAI grant can help but if there's still a gap, that's where Greenify's Transport loan comes in.

A Greenify loan through your local credit union can cover the balance.

Call 1800 911 797 or visit www.greenify.ie.

Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

(Sources: Carzone 2026 Motoring Report; The Irish Times)

28/08/2026

28/08/2026

New SEAI research published last week confirms that home values rise by an average of 2.7% for every step up the BER scale. In rural areas that figure rises to 4.7% per step up.

Investing in your BER rating now is an effective way to protect the future value of your home.

The grants to make that move have never been more generous but grants only cover part of the cost. That's where Greenify comes in, bridging the gap between your SEAI grant and the full project cost.

To find out more about Greenify loans from your local credit union, call 1800 911 797 or visit www.greenify.ie.

Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

28/08/2026

Cultivate urges farmers to review fodder and cashflow budgets now

As a prolonged dry spell pushes up the cost of winter feed, Cultivate is encouraging farm families to review their fodder budget and cashflow plan now, and to talk to their local credit union early if they need support. With back-to-school costs, college fees, tax bills and contractor bills landing at the same time, a tailored, farmer friendly loan can spread the cost of bought-in feed and keep the farm on a steady footing through the winter ahead.

For the full article go to https://premiercu.ie/news/raising-fodder-costs-are-straining-cashflow-on-farms

27/08/2026

🎾 Premier Credit Union proud to support Borrisokane Tennis Club 🎾

We are delighted to be the main sponsor of the Borrisokane Tennis Club Interfirms Tennis Tournament 2026, which is taking place from the 15 August to the 5th of September.

We were delighted to welcome Donald Austin and Anita Toohey from Borrisokane Tennis Club to our Borrisokane office last week to officially launch the event.

The Interfirms Tournament is one of the highlights of the club’s year and will bring together players, businesses and supporters from Borrisokane and the surrounding communities for several weeks of competition and, most importantly, plenty of community spirit.

Brian King, CEO of Premier Credit Union, said:
“We are delighted to support Borrisokane Tennis Club and to be the main sponsor of this year’s Interfirms Tournament. Since Borrisokane Credit Union joined Premier Credit Union earlier this year, the people of Borrisokane and the surrounding communities have very much become part of the wider Premier Credit Union community. Supporting local clubs, organisations and initiatives is an important part of who we are as a credit union, and we look forward to continuing that support in Borrisokane and surrounds for many years to come.”
We wish Borrisokane Tennis Club every success with the tournament and the very best of luck to all the teams and players taking part! 🎾👏

📸 Pictured L–R: Donald Austin, Claire Donnelly, Anita Toohey, Emma Tyrell and Brian King.

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

Calling all players from Roscrea and beyond, Roscrea Tennis Club Annual Premier Credit Union Open Doubles Tournament will take place 8th Oct to 23rd Oct 2026. Pencil this event into your diary 📝 now as entries will open shortly!😀
To find out more follow Roscrea Tennis Club!

📢𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄!🎾🎾🎾
Calling all players from Roscrea and beyond, Roscrea Tennis Club Annual Premier Credit Union Open Doubles Tournament will take place 8th Oct to 23rd Oct 2026. Pencil this event into your diary 📝 now as entries will open shortly!😀