Agri Politics
Fine Gael agriculture group proposes new 'partnership' with farmers
Fine Gael is being urged to create a “new partnership” with farmers which would include a national farm succession programme,...
Eddie Downey
Rural Life
Fine Gael regional conference to focus on future of farming
The Fine Gael National Agricultural, Food and Rural Development Forum, (NAFRD) is set to host another regional conference next week...
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Watch: Cork dairy farmer tracks nitrates in derogation
Watch how this Cork farmer manages and tracks nitrates in derogation using the Herdwatch app. The nitrates situation presents both...
Beef
Brazil BSE case could 'spell disaster, not success for us' - Downey
The former president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), Eddie Downey has warned farmers to be apprehensive about the confirmed...
Agri Politics
Former IFA president Downey to head new Fine Gael agriculture forum
Former president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Eddie Downey has been chosen to head a new forum within Fine...
Beef
Factory feedlot buyers switch focus to quality heifers at the ringside
Although a topic of much debate recently, factory feedlot buyers are continuing to make their presence felt at the ringside....
Agri Politics
IFA needs a 'shake-up' of young blood
The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) needs a “shake-up” of new young staff and members, according to former president Eddie Downey....
Agri Politics
'IFA needs structure to help farmers - not protect staff'
Farming organisations should be organised in a way that helps the farmer in the best possible way – as opposed...
Beef
Downey dismisses calls for feedlot ban
The former president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), Eddie Downey, recently dismissed calls for feedlots to be banned in...
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Watch: Proven fertility boost on Cork spring calving farm
A proven fertility boost has been demonstrated on the farm of Ben Ridgeway near Clonakilty, Co. Cork, where he milks...
Agri Politics
'IFA needs radical reform to remain relevant for future generations' - Downey
The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) must undergo “radical reform” if it is to remain relevant for future generations, former IFA...
Beef
Downey: 'Payment on a suckler cow is wrong - I'd give it on a calf'
Calls for a €200 payment per suckler cow have been described as “wrong” by the former president of the Irish...
Agri-Business
Downey appointed to board of directors at Farmer Business Developments
Eddie Downey, the former president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), has been appointed to the board of directors at...
Agri Politics
Downey joins minister's advisory group
Eddie Downey, the former president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), has been elected to the Fine Gael (FG) Agricultural...
Agri Politics
Eddie Downey meets IFA to 'resolve outstanding issues'
AgriLand can confirm that “constructive” talks were held between the board of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) and its former president...
Agri Politics
Date set for IFA National Council meeting
The Irish Farmers’ Association’s (IFA’s) much-anticipated National Council meeting will take place in Dublin on Wednesday week, March 21. The...
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Continued strong demand for land from farmers
There is a continued strong demand for land from farmers, according to agricultural development manager (south-east and midlands) at Bank...
Agri Politics
Should Downey get the chance to tell his story?
Eddie Downey, the former president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), has asked for an invitation to speak, in camera,...
Agri-Business
Date set for initial Pat Smith Vs IFA High Court proceedings
The IFA’s former General Secretary, Pat Smith, has lodged papers with the High Court in relation to his defamation proceedings...
Agri-Business
Eddie Downey retained as IFA representative on FBD board
Former IFA President Eddie Downey has been nominated to the board of FBD Holdings as the IFA representative. Downey did...
Agri-Business
Pat Smith launches second High Court case against IFA
The former General Secretary of the IFA Pat Smith has initiated a second High Court action against the IFA. Smith...