News - farms
Drainage works begin near flooded Roscommon farmland amid farmer concerns
Midlands North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly says the move is critical to protect farms ahead of winter.
Nov 8, 2025 15:36
Local farmers got 9 percent of Department of Agriculture scheme payments in 2024
The average payment received by local farmers from the Department last year amounted to €15,800.
Apr 1, 2025 17:55
ACRES payment issues branded a 'farce' by local councillor
Farmers have been highlighting how the delays to payments are causing financial issues for the community.
Mar 10, 2025 17:43
Local land owners highlight concerns with Athlone Galway Greenway routes
Locals have raised concerns over privacy, anti-social behaviour and land segregation along the route.
Dec 6, 2022 13:19
Over 142 million euro in CAP funds paid to local farmers last year
It's part of a national figure of 1.8 billion euro.
Jun 8, 2022 13:54
Controversial Roscommon flood works halted until mid-January
A High Court judge will decide in January if the works will remain halted until the Judicial review is completed.
Dec 21, 2021 17:53
Westmeath councillor criticises lack of consultation on Lough Funshinagh works
The flooding at Lough Funshinagh has been a serious issue for the past few years but councillor Louise Heavin says the Roscommon authority shouldn't have attempted to resolve the issue in the manner they did
Sep 8, 2021 08:21Shannonside Newsletter
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