There are now almost 80,000 IFA members and income to the Association from EIF Contributions stands at €4.7m – that’s according to today’s report from IFA National Chairman Jer Bergin to the Executive Council of the Association in Dublin earlier. In presenting the report Mr. Bergin said he remained committed to the work programme to …
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Roscommon Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice has indicated his surprise at the large number of farmers who have withdrawn from Beef Genomics Scheme. In a statement released this morning he said “Further to previous press releases on this matter it has now come to my attention that a total of 4,278 farmers have withdrawn from the …
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IFA Farm Business Skillnet is inviting IFA members to avail of subsidised training courses for farmers, which will be tailored to their needs. The reduced-cost training is open to discussion groups, purchasing groups or any other farmer group and IFA Farm Business Skillnet can build and tailor training courses to the needs and interests of …
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At a meeting in Brussels with EU Commission Rural Development officials this week, the IFA got assurances that amendments to Ireland’s 2014-2020 Rural Development Plan can be implemented. In a statement released a short time ago they called on Minister Coveney to implement all amendments without delay. IFA Rural Development Chairman, Flor McCarthy said that …
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There was a full clearance of Dry Cows at Monday’s sale in Elphin Mart Full clearance of Dry Cows Dry Cows sold for an average price of €1,176 – up from last week’s average of €1,129. Prices ranging from €760 up to €1,500 for a Charolais Cow weighing 855kg. In-calf Heifers There was a smaller …
Speaking from Brussels where he is leading a high-level IFA delegation, IFA National Chairman Jer Bergin said the delegation held meetings this morning with officials from the Rural Development and Direct Payments sections of DG AGRI. The IFA group is highlighting serious ongoing farm income difficulties, particularly in the dairy, livestock, grain and pig sectors. …
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There were 800 cattle on offer at Castlerea Mart yesterday with staff noting an improved trade while there was also strong demand in the heifer and weanling classes. There was also increased numbers of calves presented for sale, with prices remaining steady. Sample prices were as follows: Bullocks A 490kgs Limousin made €1,310. A 510kgs …
The Department of Agriculture has extended the deadline for GLAS Scheme participants who are required to fence off watercourses and riparian zones, from March 31st to July 31st. The news has been welcomed by IFA Rural Development Chairman, Flor McCarthy who had called for this extension a month ago in light of the exceptionally wet …
Following a horrific dog attack on sheep in County Carlow, IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey has warned dog owners to keep their pets under control at all times as marauding dogs can inflict horrendous damage on a sheep flock. He said up to 30 sheep were savagely killed in a very bad attack in …
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~ Ireland’s new food entrepreneurs sought for Food Works development programme ~ Are you a budding food entrepreneur? Do you have a big idea for a food business? Could you create a successful and scalable global food business? Food Works, an intensive business development and accelerator programme designed for food and drink start-ups, could be …
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Numbers on offer at this morning’s (Wednesday’s) Sheep Sale at Roscommon Mart were small again this week but there was a better trade for Hoggets, with a full clearance of lots with prices averaging from €49 to €81 over their weight. There was also a lift in the trade for Cast Ewes with the tops …
There was a full clearance of Dry Cows and of Weanlings at yesterday’s sale in Elphin Mart. Dry Cows sold for an average price of €1,129, with prices ranging from €680 to €1,660 for a Charolais Cow weighing 840kg. There was a smaller entry of In-Calf heifers with average price of €1,400 achieved, with top …
The Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town is the venue for tonight’s IFA Election Debate between candidates for the positions of President and Deputy President. Speaking ahead of the first Election Debate IFA National Returning Officer Jer Bergin said the series of debates around the country are an opportunity for IFA’s members to hear presentations from the …
In response to Ulster Bank’s sudden announcement that it plans to dispose of loans in its specialist loans arrears unit to undisclosed third parties, the IFA has sought an urgent meeting with senior Ulster Bank Executive staff. The proposed disposal of loans are reported to affect customers who are outside current arrangements or in arrears …
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There were small numbers of Sheep on offer at Roscommon Mart yesterday (March 2nd) and overall there was a slightly easier trade for both Hoggets and Cast Ewes. There was a smaller entry of Ewes with Lambs at foot; however there was a good trade and high clearance of lots. Sample Prices were as follows …
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