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IFA urges farmers to think about their own safety ahead of storm Éowyn

The entire country will be under a status red wind warning on Friday morning, with wind speeds of over 140km/h forecast.

23 January 2025 NEWS
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Leinster-heavy lineup sees McConalogue demoted

The cabinet resembles the Irish rugby team in one regard - it's totally Leinster dominated, with 11 of the 15 ministers from the province.

23 January 2025 NEWS
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Processors suspend milk collections during red warning

However, it is hoped in many cases lorries will be back on the road once conditions improve.

23 January 2025 NEWS
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Commissioner wants farm supports to go to real ‘active farmers’

Christophe Hansen addressed the IFA’s 70th AGM in the Irish Farm Centre on Thursday where he gave a wide-ranging address to the IFA national council and guests.

23 January 2025 NEWS

ICMSA ‘hugely encouraged’ by Hansen but proof will be in pudding

ICMSA president Denis Drennan welcomed positive comments from the Commissioner on farm incomes, but said this must be reflected in policy.

23 January 2025 NEWS
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Martin Heydon confirmed as Minister for Agriculture

Martin Heydon has been confirmed as the new Minister of Agriculture, succeeding Charlie McConalogue.

23 January 2025 NEWS

Amendment window for SCEP reference number now open

Participants can reduce their 2025 SCEP reference number by up to 20% of their 2024 number.

23 January 2025 NEWS

One week left to have your say on generational renewal

The Commission on Generational Renewal opened a public consolation in December on the topic.

23 January 2025 NEWS

Tillage Podcast: carbon payments, beans and conferences

On this week’s show, we have all the details on carbon payments from Boortmalt and Soil Capital.

23 January 2025 NEWS