Media reports claim that drug dealers are targeting young farmers
The health and safety of many farmers while the future of many family farms could be at risk due to the increased drug use by many young farmers. An investigation by Irish Country Living has found young farmers are sourcing cocaine via social media, as a result increased numbers…
Relocating city slickers driving up Donegal land prices
The cost of land in Donegal has increased in recent months. Nationally the rate has risen to its highest point since 2008. A study from the Irish Farmer’s Journal shows the highest prices were Donegal, Kildare and Waterford. It’s believed the increase may be linked to more…
Farmers to face water charges hike from next year
The Irish farmers Journal is reporting today that Farmers will be facing significantly higher water bills next year when Irish Water introduces its new metered water charging system. The charges will come into force on 1 May 2021. Up until now each county council set water charges, but the new…
More people in rural areas seeking help for cocaine use
There’s been a steady increase in the number of people seeking help for cocaine addiction in rural areas, including in the north west. The figures come from the Health Research Board going back to 2013. 2018 had the biggest increase during this period, a 50% jump in people seeking help…
Irish Farmers Journal says 35,000 signatures collected in Suckler Herd Petition
The Irish Farmers Journal says it has collected 35,000 signatures so far in a petition launched by the paper to save the Suckler Cow herd. The paper has launched a major campaign in recent weeks with the petition available to sign online and in marts across the country until the…
Second case of bird flu identified in Galway
A second case of bird flu has been identified in county Galway. The discovery was made yesterday after a wigeon was found to be carrying a strain of avian influenza. Farmers are being advised to keep their poultry flocks confined – although no outbreaks have been found in Irish poultry…
New IFA Director General named
The Irish Farmers Association has announced the appointment of Damian McDonald as it’s new director general following an appointment process overseen by KPMG. He is the current Chief Executive Officer of Horse Sport Ireland and a former CEO of Macra na Feirme. He previously worked for the IFA from 1999…