07 07 2018
CHEQUERS OUTCOME SHOWS SOME MOVEMENT BY UK GOVERNMENT BUT ALSO UNACCEPTABLE DOUBLE-THINK
Brexit, EconomicsCommenting on the outcome of the Chequers meeting, IFA President Joe Healy said, “While there are some signs of movement by the British government on agriculture and food issues, the UK statement falls far short of the commitments and clarity required by Irish and EU farmers.
Read More
Speaking ahead of Sheep 2018 taking place in Athenry tomorrow, IFA President Joe Healy said IFA has made it very clear to Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed that sheep farmers are not prepared to carry the cost of EID.
Read More
The current EU Commission proposals on the CAP Budget would have a devastating impact on Irish farm families, reducing real incomes by €3,000 on average each year, IFA President Joe Healy has said.
Read More
02 07 2018
IRISH WATER TO WORK TO ENSURE SUFFICIENT SUPPLY FOR FARMERS
Cattle, Dairy, Environment & Rural AffairsIrish Water has agreed to accommodate farmers impacted by reduced water supply from public water sources, in order to ensure they have sufficient water for animals and for other needs on the farm.
Read More
Addressing the National Economic Dialogue at Dublin Castle, IFA President Joe Healy said Budget 2019 must recognise that rural Ireland is trailing behind in terms of the economic recovery and provide additional support to farming, particularly the low-income sectors.
