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)...
Ciaran Mullooly
Rural Life
MEP calls on gov to accept EU aid as 246,000 still without power
An Irish MEP has called on the government to accept offers of storm aid from the EU, as 246,000 homes,...
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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-Business
Mullooly calls for 'urgent reform' to transport rules for island hauliers
Irish MEP Ciaran Mullooly has called for “urgent reform” of EU road transport regulations to address the “unique challenges” faced...
Agri Politics
Programme for government aim to oppose Mercosur deal lauded
MEP for the Midlands North West constituency, Ciaran Mullooly, has welcomed the Irish Government’s commitment in the programme for government...
Rural Life
MEP calls for Mercosur 'red line' in government formation
An Irish MEP is calling for independent TDs to make opposition to the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement a “red line” in...
Agri Politics
Irish MEPs to put forward amendments to EU proposals on transport of animals
Irish MEPs, Barry Cowen and Ciaran Mullooly, intend to “put forward amendments” to proposed new legislation on the protection of...
Agri-Business
Strong criticism of Mercosur trade deal agreement
There has been strong criticism today (Friday, December 6) following the news that European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen and her...
CAP / Schemes
EU Parliament agri committee to visit Ireland next year - Cowen
A delegation from the European Parliament’s Agriculture Committee will visit Ireland in 2025, according to one Irish member of the...
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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
EU-Mercosur deal concerns raised ahead of polling day
The EU-Mercosur trade deal is the first big threat facing farmers after the general election, according to Independent Ireland candidate...
Environment
EU Parliament votes to amend and postpone deforestation law
The European Parliament has voted to amend and postpone the EU Deforestation Regulation which is due to come into force...
Environment
MEP calls for clarity on Nature Restoration Law budget
Irish MEP Ciaran Mullooly has called on the Irish government to provide urgent clarification around the budget for the EU...
Rural Life
Irish midlands MEP given key role in Just Transition Fund policy
An Irish MEP for the Midlands–North-West has been given a key role in scrutinising the EU policy on the Just...
Rural Life
Irish MEP tells EU Parliament farmers need 'immediate support'
An Irish MEP has told his colleagues in the European Parliament that there is an “urgent need for clear and...
Environment
MEP and TD meet new environment commissioner on derogation
An Irish MEP and Irish TD have both met with the new incoming European Commissioner for the Environment on Ireland’s...
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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
'Clear evidence' unfair trading operates in supply chain - MEP
An Irish MEP has said that there is “clear evidence” of unfair trading practices operating in the food supply chain...
Agri-Business
Farmers will lose the most if EU-China trade conflict persists - MEP
An Irish MEP has called for urgent action on the looming trade conflict between the European Union and China which...
Dairy
German farmer MEP 'pledges to support' Irish derogation
A German dairy farmer and MEP, who is a member of the European Parliament’s Committee on Agriculture, had “pledged to...
Rural Life
Just Transition: Mullooly to hold 'consultation' on midlands funding
Ireland Midlands – North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly has said that he will begin a a consultation process with community groups...