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IFA seeks overhaul of dairy beef scheme
Niamh Murphy
IFA president Francie Gorman has called for a payment of €100 per calf for farmers rearing calves from the dairy herd.
24 May 2024 News
Over 17,000 farmers apply to the new National Sheep Welfare Scheme
Minister McConalogue has confirmed that there were 17,167 applications for the National Sheep Welfare Scheme by the closing date.
24 May 2024 News
Mix of rain and sunny spells for the weekend - Met Éireann
Cloud and rain is expected for the weekend, with temperatures of up to 16°C, according to Met Éireann.
IFA demands immediate ban on below-cost buying
Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue needs to recognise the need for additional legislative powers for the Agri-Food Regulator, IFA president Francie Gorman has said.
23 May 2024 News
Minister Noonan launches Grasslands Trail during National Biodiversity Week
Minister Noonan has launched the Grasslands Trail, which consists of nine sites of semi-natural grasslands around Ireland.
23 May 2024 News
Munster Bovine appoints chief executive
With over 30 years' experience in the veterinary sector, Martin Kavanagh has been appointed as the new chief executive of Munster Bovine.
23 May 2024 News
€600,000 announced for community-led peatland projects
Funding announced by Minister Malcolm Noonan under the Peatlands and Natura Community Engagement Scheme 2024 offers grants of up to €40,000 for Natura 2000-designated sites.
22 May 2024 News
Ministers announce €25m project for breeding waders
A €25m EIP project for breeding waders was launched at Shannon Harbour by Minister McConalogue, Minister Noonan and Minister Hackett.
22 May 2024 News
Derogation retention needs a united front - Kelleher
The decision of the Dutch government to seek a derogation gives more confidence for the Irish campaign, according to MEP Billy Kelleher.
20 May 2024 News
Agri Aware launches open farm event
Agri Aware's open farm event will take place on Stephen Byrne's farm on Saturday 15 June. The event aims to bridge the disconnect between producers and consumers.
20 May 2024 News
Kerrygold is Tony O’Reilly’s greatest legacy - IFA
The late Tony O'Reilly's greatest legacy is the global impact of the Kerrygold brand today, according to IFA president Francie Gorman.
20 May 2024 News
Rise in fertiliser costs suited Government's green agenda - Aontú
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín has said that emergency supports are needed now to subsidise the cost of fertiliser, with many farmers "deep in debt" due to inflation over the past number of years.
20 May 2024 News