Rural Life
Operations at Ireland’s only horse abattoir have been suspended by Minister McConalogue, following highlighted animal welfare abuse
Protesters have gathered outside Ireland's only horse abattoir in light of a recent investigation on the treatment of horses
Agri-Business
Minister Charlie McConalogue said "every appropriate step" is being taken in an investigation into the supply horses for slaughter.
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is currently investigating the treatment of horses destined for slaughter.
Agri Politics
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has spoken to Agriland about calf welfare at the Bannow and Rathangan agricultural show.
