Agri Politics
Irish MEPs hammer down on Mercosur opposition at EU debate
Irish MEPs continued to back farmers in opposing the EU Mercosur trade deal at a meeting today (Thursday, January 30)...
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Hansen: Simplification reform needed 'well ahead' of next elections
EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, Christophe Hansen has urged that a reform on simplification for farmers is completed “well ahead”...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
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MEP calls for investment in 'outdated' electricity grid
Following power outages caused by Storm Éowyn lasting many days, MEP Seán Kelly has called for enhanced investment in Ireland’s...
N.Ireland
Muir promises 'relentless efforts' to create new agri opportunities
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir has promised “relentless efforts” to work in collaboration with the agriculture industry...
Agri Politics
Watch: ‘Boots on the ground’ in Kildare with Commissioner Hansen
During his visit to Ireland this week, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, Christophe Hansen discussed a wide range of...
Agri Politics
Gorman welcomes new minister and highlights 'urgent' topics
Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) president Francie Gorman said he is looking forward to working with the new Minister for Agriculture,...
Agri Politics
Martin Heydon confirmed as new minister for agriculture
Fine Gael TD Martin Heydon has today (Thursday, January 23) been confirmed as the next Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries...
Agri Politics
Watch: Commissioner is 'committed' to saving Irish family farms
EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Christophe Hansen said today (Thursday, January 23), that he will remain “committed” to supporting...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
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Watch: Fitzmaurice calls out faults in programme for govt
Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice said that farmers need “clarity” on the new programme for government to see “where they...
Agri Politics
Watch: Grealish aims to 'grow' agriculture markets abroad
While ministerial roles have not been finalised yet, it seems Deputy Noel Grealish will be appointed as Minister for State...
Agri Politics
What will farmers get from draft programme for govt?
A number of new measures are being pledged for the agricultural sector under the new draft programme for government published...
Agri Politics
Payments and nitrates commitments made by new government
The new government has worked to develop its 2025 draft programme that will be published today (Wednesday, January 15), and it...
Agri Politics
Michael Healy-Rae to take up junior ministerial role
Independent TDs for Kerry, Michael Healy-Rae and Danny Healy-Rae have reached an agreement to support the incoming government, with the draft...
N.Ireland
UFU to be 'relentless' in lobbying govt during 2025
Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) president William Irvine has said that the union will continue to be “relentless” in lobbying government...
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RDS Announces Opening of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards
In its sixth year, the RDS Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards celebrates the work of individuals, farming families and...
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ICSA presidential election set for next week
The race to determine who will serve as Irish Cattle and Sheep Association (ICSA) president for the next two years...
Agri Politics
Nolan confirms membership of independent technical group
Independent TD for Offaly Carol Nolan has today (Wednesday, December 11) confirmed her membership of the newly constituted independent technical...
Agri Politics
Farmer campaign against Mercosur to continue despite agreement
As the European Commission agreed for a trade deal between the EU and Mercosur today (Friday, December 6), the Irish...
Agri Politics
ICSA raises concerns about Mercosur deal in Brussels
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Association (ICSA) is “deeply troubled” by the “renewed momentum” of the Mercosur trade deal, according...