Local TD raises northwest farmers concerns over agri fuel costs
A Sligo Leitrim TD raised concerns which were aired at a local IFA meeting this week in relation to the raising cost associated with agricultural production. Deputy Martin Kenny welcomed the news that the prices for sheep and cattle are on the raise. However he warned that that the cost…
Major farm meeting taking place in Ballymote to discuss rising costs
A major meeting will be staged later this evening in Ballymote mart to address the rising input costs associated with farming. The IFA organised event is open to all farmers and will discuss the pressure that rising fuel costs is currently placing on farmers right across the north west.…
Local Farming official calls for stronger measures to prevent dog attacks on sheep
Leitrim farmer and IFA National Sheep Chairman Kevin Comiskey this week led a delegation to meet Minister Social Protection Minster Heather Humphreys to put forward stronger measures that are needed to curb dog attacks. The IFA delegation also held meetings with the Minister for Justice Helen McEntee and Minister…
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,…