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IFA’s nine key asks of politicians ahead of local and European elections
Niamh Murphy
Nine key issues have been identified by the Irish Farmers' Association ahead of the upcoming European and local elections in June.
13 April 2024 News
Department issues clarification on 15% crude protein limit deadline
The Department released a technical note on Friday evening which states the 15% crude protein requirement does not apply where cattle are not outdoors full-time at grass.
12 April 2024 News
ICSA slams proposed changes to nutrient excretion rates
Changes are fundamentally unfair and biased, according to ICSA.
Milk price under pressure – Dairygold CEO
The entire dairy industry is hinging on the nitrates derogation being retained, Michael Harte, the CEO of Dairygold, said.
10 April 2024 News
Versatility of pigmeat to be highlighted at symposium
Next week's Irish Pig Health Symposium is a good opportunity for pig farmers and pig farm workers to attend, the IFA has said.
10 April 2024 Pigs
What fertiliser can you apply?
The National Fertiliser Database means there is no room for error on your fertiliser applications, writes Siobhán Walsh.
3 April 2024 Crops
Slurry export changes expected to be in play by May
The Department has clarified detail on slurry declaration plans and low protein ration allowances, both of which feed into nitrates rules.
27 March 2024 News
Raw sewage discharges to end ‘by 2026’
The Department of Housing expects an end to raw sewage being pumped into waterways within three years.
27 March 2024 News
Calf exports to Netherlands 'a challenge'
The Netherlands has appointed a new ambassador to Ireland. Aidan Brennan interviewed Maaike van Koldam
27 March 2024 News
Nitrates interim review to be published in the summer
The minister also said a 30-day public consultation on the proposed measures from the review will have to take place before its publication.
23 March 2024 News
30% of farms inspected in 2023 breached nitrates rules
The figure comes as local authorities are ramping up the number of farms they inspect this year and in 2025.
20 March 2024 News
Dairy farmer demand for land could intensify
If our Nitrates derogation is lost even more dairy farmers would likely find themselves seeking additional farmland to lease or buy. But they would struggle to afford it.
19 March 2024 News