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Local TD strongly against plans to cut EU farming payments to pensioners
The next Common Agricultural Policy is currently being finalised and will take effect in 2028.
May 17, 2026 11:44
LISTEN: Government must have 'liathróidí' to oppose Mercosur deal - Fitzmaurice
The Mercosur deal involves an agreement between the EU and four south American countries - Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
Nov 19, 2025 14:09
Farmers urged to stay vigilant following bird flu outbreaks
Farmers are bringing in their flocks to protect them from bird flu, but the new rules don't take effect until Monday.
Nov 8, 2025 09:17
Over €14 million to be allocated to local farmers under 2025 Eco-Scheme
Earlier this week, the Minister for Agriculture, Martin Heydon confirmed the details.
Oct 27, 2025 11:10
Farm leaders under fire for boycotting meeting with Agriculture Minister
The IFA, Macra and other farm groups picketed the meeting yesterday to discuss the EU changes which will see herds have to be cut or new land secured by many.
Sep 8, 2023 08:42
Law due to protect farmers from personal injury claims- Agri Minister
Farmers would get better protection for people who injury themselves while on private property.
Jun 7, 2022 09:38
Agri Minister praises impact of Leitrim Social farming project
Charlie McConalogue visited a number of areas in the county today.
Jun 2, 2022 17:33
Emergency tillage scheme to be brought to cabinet today
The scheme will be presented to Ministers today.
Mar 22, 2022 07:50
Minister must appreciate urgency of food security crisis - Local IFA
It comes following a meeting with Minister Charlie McConalogue
Mar 9, 2022 17:46
Leitrim councillor says farmers need more supports urgently
The rising input costs of diesel, fertiliser and feedstuffs are pitting major pressure on farmers across the country
Mar 8, 2022 08:20
Climate benefits of Agri-industry being ignored - says Leitrim farmer
Minister McConalogue says farmers’ incomes could actually increase under plans to cut emissions
Nov 2, 2021 13:24
Agri Minister claims farmers will not bear brunt of climate restrictions
The minister has been addressing concerns about a widescale reduction to the national herd.
Oct 26, 2021 13:42
More work needed into report on Beef Market Taskforce - TD Michael Fitzmaurice
The Roscommon deputy wants to see more being done before the report is completed.
Jul 6, 2021 09:33Shannonside Newsletter
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