North West farming official says silage grant is not enough
A leading north west based farming official is warning that there will be fodder shortage in the winter of 2022 The warning has been issued despite farmers being in line to receive a bonus payment of up to 1,000 euro for growing silage. The Agriculture Minister will…
Rural issues discussed with Garda Commissioner & Sligo IFA
The Garda Commissioner Drew Harris visited Sligo yesterday where he held meeting local representatives of the Irish Farmers Association. Chief Superintendent Aidan Glacken also attended the meeting which discussed issues impacting the farming and rural communities. Kathleen Henry is the Chairperson of the Sligo branch of the IFA…
North West farmers travelling to Dublin ahead of ‘Save Irish Farming’ rally
Farmers from Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal are making their way to Dublin today ahead of a protest tomorrow. Due to Covid-19, a limited number of people are making their way in tractors to The ‘Save Irish Farming Rally’ which is taking place on Sunday in Merrion Square. Sligo IFA Chairperson,…
Sligo IFA chairperson urging good attendance at Roscommon protest this Friday
Sligo IFA chairperson Kathleen Henry is calling for a good turnout at tomorrow’s IFA rally in Roscommon town, starting at 12.30. It is one of four such rallies being held across the country under the title “Save Irish Farming”. IFA President Tim Cullinane will attend all four rallies in Cavan,…
IFA President stresses the importance of supports
Farmers are warning the uncertainty over CAP reform, climate action and Brexit means increased supports for the sector have never been more critical. The Irish Farmers Association’s to meet with the Finance and Public Expenditure ministers later to detail their demands in the upcoming budget. The largest farming…
Agri Week: Cap Proposals blasted for sucler & Beef Farmers. Agricultural Road Rage Rampant. Forestery Fiasco on licences processing
The IFA Livestock Chairman blasts the Cap Proposals aimed at Suckler and Beef farmers Should the drivers of agricultural vehicles on our roads be more considerate of other road users? And still trying to tell the wood from the trees we hear why the Joint Oireachtas Agriculture Committee…
Farmers make their case in advance of the budget
The IFA earlier today launched its pre-budget submission. IFA President Tim Cullinan said it provides a blueprint for Government to follow if it genuinely wants to ensure the future viability of Ireland’s largest indigenous sector. The IFA president claims that if proper funding is provided to GLAS schemes, TAM schemes,…