IFA Health Checks Programme Surpasses Target

The IFA Free Health Checks programme for 2025 has concluded its successful run, with the target of 2,000 checks across 30 different locations surpassed.

This was the second year of the initiative with our partners CROÍ and support from the Dept of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

IFA President Francie Gorman said the nationwide rollout of the health checks in recent months has built on the success of the pilot programme last year.

“Apart from the benefit to the participants, the programme has generated a greater level of awareness among the farming community about the importance of keeping on top of any health issues that may arise. The most valuable asset on any farm is the farmer, so anything that reinforces the importance of minding their health is essential,” he said.

IFA Farm Family & Social Affairs Chair Teresa Roche acknowledged the efforts of CROÍ personnel in delivering the checks around the country.

“Understandably, some people might be reluctant to put themselves forward for a check-up. But the familiar surroundings of the local mart and the professional approach from CROÍ made it a very smooth process. I also want to thank the members of the IFA Farm Family Committee who provided support and back up at the various locations.”

IFA will prepare a report on this year’s programme, which will contain the outcomes and recommendations.