Farmers say they and others in rural areas now face paying ‘on the double’ for water
The leader of one of the country’s main farm organisations says that despite all the debate about water charges, one group has paid — and continues to pay — for water. And that, says ICMSA…
Farmers concerned over future of forestry payments
IFA Farm Forestry Chairman, Pat Collins is concerned that the rate of farmer planting will continue to fall if farmers are not paid on all land they are obliged to set aside for environmental enhancement…
Top unions say agriculture and food sector facing massive Brexit challenge
SIPTU and IMPACT say the food and agriculture sector is facing a massive challenge over Brexit. The two leading trade unions have invited Agriculture Minister Michael Creed to open a major seminar in Dublin, bringing…
Cautious welcome for new beef and lamb scheme
The two main farm organisations have given a cautious welcome to the new Bord Bia Beef and Lamb Assurance Scheme. Chairperson of the ICMSA Livestock Committee, Michael Guinan, said that improvements made to the scheme,…
Farmers urged to be vigilant about risk of forest fires
IFA Farm Forestry Chairman Pat Collins has warned farmers to be vigilant over Easter after the Forest Service issued a Condition Orange – High Fire Risk. The warning is to remain in place until 18th…
Sligo council calls for ban on Brazilian food imports into EU
Sligo County Council today passed a motion calling on Agriculture Minister Michael Creed to ask for an emergency meeting of EU ministers to implement an immediate ban on Brazilian beef and other foodimports into Europe.…
Aurivo ready to face Brexit
The head of Aurivo says it has set up a special group to deal with and minimise the impacts of Brexit. Aaron Forde has been speaking to Ocean FM News following the release of the…