Opinion
Independent voice for agriculture could be a good thing
As Fianna Fail and Fine Gael try continue to try woo enough independent TDs in an effort to put forward...
General Election 2016
Agri-Business
Coveney & O Cuiv the only two agriculture candidates certain to secure seats
The Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney looks set to be elected in Cork South Central on 14% after the first...
Sponsored
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
Videos: General Election candidates try to woo voters with crafty videos
With polling day this Friday, February 26, several General Election candidates have released campaign videos to promote themselves. One such...
Agri-Business
Poll shows Coveney to hold seat in Cork South Central
Minister for Agriculture, Simon Coveney is set to hold his seat in Cork South Central, according to a recent poll....
Agri-Business
Political change must not alter free trade with Britain - ICOS
The Irish agri-food sector needs a strong voice at the EU negotiating table and the next Government will face a...
Beef
Fianna Fáil promises farmers an 'island of Ireland' beef label
Fianna Fáil has committed to introducing ‘island of Ireland’ suckler beef label if voted into government. Fianna Fáil Agriculture Spokesperson...
Agri-Business
'No signs whatsoever that any party understands the problems facing farming'
At a meeting last Monday with FF’s Michael Martin, ICMSA President John Comer was again critical of the lack of...
Environment
Has the election scuppered the extension to hedgecutting dates?
New legislation to allow an extension to hedgecutting and burning periods on a pilot basis has yet to be passed into...
Sponsored
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-Business
We're on the farmers' side, it's not just talk - Fianna Fail
The clear message Fianna Fail leader has for farmers it that his party believes that agriculture remains a vital economic...
Agri-Business
16 farming issues ICMSA wants you to raise with canvassing politicians
ICMSA insists that farmer vote cannot ‘be taken for granted’ and says systemic problems in farming and rural decline must...
Opinion
Simon Coveney's legacy in Agriculture may take some time to be appreciated
With the upcoming election to take place on February 26, Simon Coveney’s term as the Minister for Agriculture, Food and...
Agri-Business
IFA sets out key demands of politicians ahead of 2016 General Election
The IFA has set out its key demands of political parties and Dail candidates for the 2016 General Election. Its...