Agri Politics
FFA supports Aontú's Equitable Beef Pricing Bill
Farmers for Action (FFA) is supporting the principles espoused within the Aontú ‘Equitable Beef Pricing Bill’, which was defeated in...
Aontu
Agri Politics
Tóibín: Govt against bill banning below cost sale of beef
The Aontú Equitable Beef Price Bill which reached second stage in the Dáil this week will be opposed by the...
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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...
Agri Politics
VAT refund for farm equipment has become a 'pig's ear'
The government has been accused of making a ‘pig’s ear’ of the issue of VAT refunds for farm equipment. Aontú...
Agri Politics
Government urged not to increase energy costs with biogas levy
Aontú Leader and Meath West TD Peadar Tóibín has called on the government to guarantee that citizens will not be...
Agri-Business
Aontú: Government must reduce fuel tax
A drop in the cost of crude oil is not being reflected in fuel prices for consumers at the pumps,...
Agri Politics
Aontú calls for 'immediate intervention' on inflation crisis
Aontú representative for East Cork Paddy Scully, has called for action to address the inflation crisis in the agricultural sector,...
N.Ireland
'Farm communities must not be scapegoated in climate bill' - Brolly
Aontú candidate for East Derry, Gemma Brolly, has called for a commitment from Stormont to support and fully engage with...
Rural Life
Aontú’s 'puppy farm bill' progresses
A bill that would see a minimum 10-month prison sentence for those caught stealing a family pet has passed first...
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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...
Agri Politics
Strength of beef exports supports Equitable Beef Pricing Bill - Aontu
A Meath TD has said that there is no economic reason the Equitable Beef Pricing Bill, proposed by Aontú cannot...
Agri Politics
Calls made for greater support for 'embattled pubs'
Calls have been made by Aontú for greater protections and support for pubs as the “country remains in lockdown and incomes...
Agri Politics
Bill containing 10-month imprisonment for stealing pet to go before Dáil
A bill which would ensure a minimum of a 10-month prison sentence for anyone convicted of stealing a family pet...
Rural Life
Toibín calls for tougher legislation for stealing animals
A parliamentary question (PQ) tabled by Aontú party leader Peadar Tóibín has raised concerns over the high rates of animal...
Rural Life
Theft of dogs worth €150,000 'underscores need for tougher sentencing'
Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín has cited the Garda seizure of 32 stolen dogs worth over €150,000 as “underscoring the need...
Rural Life
Government asked to 'use common sense for once' and allow pheasant shooting
Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae is hoping for the government to “use common sense for once” and allow pheasant shooting to...
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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...
Rural Life
'Why take hunting, golf, even Mass when there is no Covid threat?' - Aontú
Aontú has called on the government to “stop the unfair targeting” of outdoor activities under Covid-19 restrictions. Aontú Councillor for...
Agri Politics
Rural pub plays a pivotal role in the community - Toibín
Aontú leader Peadar Toibín has said that the rural pub is essential to communities. He was speaking following the announcement...
Agri Politics
Increase in contributions to the EU 'comes at a very bad time for Ireland' - Tóibín
The leader of Aontú and Meath West TD Peadar Tóibín has raised concerns over the “significant increase” in Ireland’s net...
Agri Politics
TDs unable 'to see beyond the M50 motorway' - Tóibín
“In a time of crisis pots of money and rural funds are welcome, but what we need is a systemic...