TD says calculating biogenic methane at national level is ‘nonsense’
A west of Ireland TD has described as nonsense trying to calculate biogenic methane at national rather than international level. The former Climate Minister, Denis Naughten has in the past claimed that if we end up reducing dairy and beef production in Ireland, it will be replaced by agricultural production…
FARMING: Cattle prices, climate action
There is more positive news on beef prices this week. IFA Livestock Chairman Brendan Golden claims that prices on offer to farmers have risen a further 5c/kg this week. Steers are making €4.15/kg to €4.25/kg; heifers €4.20 to €4.30/kg; cows are starting at €3.40/kg for P grades with flat prices…
IFA make calls for coupled payments for suckler and ewe farmers
IFA members were among those that launched a new campaign this week calling for coupled payments for suckler cow and ewe farmers. The campaign was launched earlier this week outside the headquarters of the IFA in Dublin as officials were engaged in lobbying politicians ahead of the vote on the…
Trade deal between UK and Australia causing concern
Various Irish farming organisation are expressing concern this evening with the proposed trade deal between the UK and Australia. It’s been claimed that the deal sets a perilous precedent and is very concerning for Irish beef farmers. The IFA President Tim Cullinan says: “Apart from the extra checks that will…
IFA to hold nationwide rally in county towns on Friday
The IFA will hold a nationwide rally on Friday next to highlight the importance of commercial farming to the rural economy. It will be the first large scale demonstration by IFA since the pandemic. Farmers will gather in county towns across the country to warn against the dangers in the…
Farmer concerns about grain, driver testing
The IFA Grain Chairman Mark Browne has called today on feed compounders to label feed with the exact percentage of ingredients, and whether it’s Irish or imported. The farming official says compounders have switched back to using high-quality Irish grain this year, something he described as a welcome move as…
Clarity and amendments needed on nurshing home support bill
A Donegal TD is calling for amendments to be made and greater clarity to be provided on the nursing home support scheme bill. Independent TD, Thomas Pringle says that many farming families that avail of the scheme are being excluded from the three year CAP Payments. Deputy…