EU assistance not enough to save beef farmers
Calls have been made on the EU Commission to deliver greater aid supports to protect farmers and the agri-food sector from the impact of the coronavirus. The calls have been made by Donegal TD, and…
FF-FG document ignores agriculture – claims Councillor
A former general election candidate says the new Government framework document between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael is lacking when it comes to developing agriculture in the local region. Cllr Thomas Walsh contested the late…
Farmers receive clarification on Covid-19 payments
Farmers in the north west have received clarification on what Covid-19 payments they are entitled to. The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection have released the criteria required to qualify for the €350 week…
Orange fire warning issued
An orange fire warning has been issued. The Department of Agriculture says setting fires on open ground during the public health emergency would be particularly reckless. The alert will last until Tuesday. Drumshanbo based Councillor…
Manorhamilton’s first ‘virtual mart’ a big success
1300 farmers registered for Manorhamilton’s first ever virtual mart which took place on Wednesday. The mart was held online with farmers downloading the livestock live app, and they watched the live feed of the mart…
Local farm official calls for non EU beef to be banned
A leading North West farming official has called on all elected representatives to protect the agricultural industry in Ireland by suspending all non-EU beef imports with immediate effect. The calls have been made by…
‘Beef plan movement’ call for farmers to unite
The Chairman of the beef plan movement in Leitrim says ‘now is the time for farmers in the north west to unite, and support each other in the face of the Covid-19 challenge’. Various support…