Rural Life
Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon - Galway, Claire Kerrane has called for a "permanent solution" for flooding at Lough Funshinagh in Co. Roscommon.
Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon - Galway, Claire Kerrane has described the septic tank grant support process as "a load of rubbish".
Agri Politics
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has said he is "committed to delivering" for the group known as the "forgotten farmers".
A total of 51 farmers have received grants this year to cover part of the cost of obtaining succession planning advice.
Agri-Business
Sinn Féin spokesperson for agriculture Claire Kerrane said some farmers are concerned about the potential tax bills as a result of the RZLT.
The Tánaiste has been accused of taking an indifferent approach to the plight of families and landowners near Lough Funshinagh, Co. Roscommon
The Minister for Finance has been asked to clarify if late ACRES payments will have any tax consequences for farmers
Forestry
Sinn Féin spokesperson on agriculture, Claire Kerrane has called on Minister Pippa Hackett to publish the ash dieback strategy immediately.
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has been urged to provide a "timeline" to farmers who are still waiting for ACRES payments.
Macra is calling on Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue to clarify when the issue of the forgotten farmers will be resolved.
Beef News
Breed societies have voiced their anger about a lack of consultation in advance of beef breeding index changes.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie MConalogue has confirmed that the definition of a young farmer will reamin.
The establishment of the Agri-Food Regulator remains a "priority" for the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Tillage News
Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane, has written to Minister harlie McConalogue, urging him to engage with grain growers and tillage farmers.
The IFA said an investigation by the Department of Agriculture (DAFM) into mistreatment of calves must be "swift and thorough".
A Sinn Féin TD has claimed that many local authorities are a "law unto themselves" when it comes...
