Farmers must be aware of Land designations
A Sligo farm leader is highlighting the importance of farmers being aware of the consequences that land designations could have for them and their areas. Colm O’Donnell, president of the Irish Natura and Hill Farmers…
McConalogue expresses concern at Brexit impact on fishing
A Donegal TD has expressing serious concern about the UK’s demands on fisheries in the Brexit trade talks. It’s proving to be one of the sticking points in the negotiations, which are continuing in London.…
Calls made to establish fund for local farmers
The President of the IFA is calling for a payment for North West Farmers that would be similar to the Brexit fund that the French Government are proposing for French fishermen who would be worst…
McConalogue warns of bird flu epidemic
Agriculture Minister and Donegal TD Charlie McConalogue is urging farmers to take every precaution possible to ensure there isn’t a bird flu epidemic. It’s after five cases among wild birds in the Republic, and two…
IFA calls for Fair Deal Scheme changes to be implemented
The Irish Farmers Association are calling on the Government to implement changes to the Fair Deal Scheme. The scheme is aimed at providing financial support to help pay for the cost of care in a…
Agri Week, Thursday, November 26th
In this week’s Agri Week with Harry Keaney, we have interviews with: The new chairman of Aurivo Cooperative, Raymond Barlow, from Riverstown, Co Sligo. The new manager of Ballymote Mart, David Faughnan, a Mohill, Co…
European Parliament to vote on proposed lead ammunition ban
The European Parliament is to vote on whether or not to oppose legislation on banning the use of lead ammunition. The bill proposes to ban the use of the ammunition in wetlands across the EU.…