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Macra seeking succession plan in Budget 2025
Noel Bardon
A key ask of Macra in the budget is the roll-out of a succession scheme to get more young farmers on the land.
19 June 2024 News
We must continue to follow the science on water quality
It's an exceptionally complex issue, it is not as simple as putting one measure in place and sitting back and awaiting results, not should we blame agriculture.
14 June 2024 Letters
Macra issues cautious welcome to Minister’s ‘Forgotten Farmer’ pledge
Scheme for ‘Forgotten Farmers’ with be brought forward in Budget 2025, Minister McConalogue has said.
Standing together on derogation
Macra urges Minister MacConologue, the government and all political parties to fight to retain current levels like they have never fought before.
12 June 2024 News
North Tipp cycle for Liz
There will be bums on bicycles from 7am to 7pm to raise funds for Milford Care Centre, in memory of the late Liz Gleeson.
5 June 2024 News
More woes for Macra
The Dealer understands that there is much to be discussed at the first meeting of Macra's new board next week.
5 June 2024 Dealer
Young farmer of the year competition
Macra is on the lookout for the 26th FBD Young Farmer of the Year 2024
5 June 2024 News
What do farm leaders demand of Ireland’s next batch of MEPs?
With the European elections looming, the Irish Farmers Journal spoke to the IFA, the ICSA, the INHFA and Macra on the upcoming elections.
3 June 2024 News
Queen of the Land festival will not take place this year
Macra has said that "due to circumstances outside of the control of the Queen of the Land", the festival will not take place this year.
31 May 2024 News
A tribute to North Tipperary's Liz Gleeson
She held several officerships at both club and county level, including county president.
29 May 2024 News
Young Farmer of the Year award opens with €5,000 for winner
Six category winners will also take home €1,000 each, with a further award for biodiversity.
27 May 2024 News
Case by former employee against Macra thrown out at WRC
John MacCormack, who took the case, failed to turn up to the hearing.
21 May 2024 News