MEP Barry Cowen

Cowen appointed lead Renew Europe negotiator on CAP legislation

Agri Politics

Cowen appointed lead Renew Europe negotiator on CAP legislation

MEP Barry Cowen, has been appointed Renew Europe’s lead negotiator on legislation related to EU farm supports.

‘Fight for the strongest possible outcome in Brussels’ - Cowen

Agri Politics

about 2 months ago

‘Fight for the strongest possible outcome in Brussels’ - Cowen

The MEP said that Ireland needs clear national commitments to match the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) allocation at EU level.

Cowen issues update on proposed Mercosur 'safeguards'

Agri-Business

about 2 months ago

Cowen issues update on proposed Mercosur 'safeguards'

Fianna Fáil MEP Barry Cowen has issued an update on proposed agricultural safeguards in the EU-Mercosur trade deal.

MEP 'disappointed' with EU vote on mandatory co-op contracts

Agri-Business

MEP 'disappointed' with EU vote on mandatory co-op contracts

MEP Barry Cowen has expressed disappointment at the last night's Agriculture and Rural Development Committee vote on its CMO report.

Cowen: Drastic transport rule changes will drive up costs for farmers

Beef

Cowen: Drastic transport rule changes will drive up costs for farmers

Fianna Fáil MEP Barry Cowen has called for a balanced and practical approach to proposed EU regulations on live animal transport.