Calls for action by farming groups in North West
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association is calling for action on outstanding action on Glas payments. The issue has been raised a number of times over the past few weeks but has reached crisis point according to the INHFA which is based out of Tubbercurry in county Sligo. It’s…
Increased payments sought for farmers on marginal land
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association says they are making a very strong case to increase payments for farmers on marginalised land. Over 75% of land in Ireland is deemed ‘disadvantaged’ by european standards and therefore qualifies for the new Areas of Natural Constraint payments which are being renegotiated…
€25 million sheep welfare scheme welcomed
Farming organisations are welcoming the launch of the new sheep welfare scheme. Minister Michael Creed launched the €25million annual scheme which is paid out through the Rural Development programme today at Kenmare mart today. The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association is one of the organisation that campaigned for such…
ANC payments the focus of farming meetings
ANC payments is a huge issue for farmers according to local farming organisations and it’s the subject of a number of meetings taking place in the region in the coming week. The Irish Farmers Organisation is holding what they claim will be a major rally tomorrow in the Bush Hotel…