When it comes to emissions reductions, farmers have a lot done but will need help to ultimately reach the 25% target set out in the Climate Action Plan.
SUBSCRIBER ONLYFormer EU chief agricultural trade negotiator John Clarke said he thinks the investigation by China is symbolic.
Tirlán’s boss expects to see more co-ops forming alliances in the future to best utilise the processing assets they have.
Jim Mulhall said that while the environment is an important part of CAP, the “economic sustainability of farms is of fundamental importance”.
Commissioner McGuinness warned that member states will have to agree to send more tax revenue to Brussels if new funding streams are to be created for farmers.
Jim Mulhall said he was taken aback when he realised at a recent farm open day how many people have not had exposure to farms.
The CEO of Tirlán voiced interest in linking up with Tipperary Co-op, saying that an alliance could be formed between the two if Tipperary was on board.
Former EU chief agricultural trade negotiator John Clarke said a Mercosur trade deal should not be a source of concern for Irish beef farmers.
Consumers are willing to pay more for things like Netflix subscription and all forms entertainment but they don’t appear to be willing to pay more for food, Seán Molloy has said.
The theme of this year's conference is 'trading with the global consumer.