Rural Life
A TD has criticised the government's cut to green diesel and other fuels announced yesterday (Tuesday, March 24) as a "non-event".
The Taoiseach wouldn't be drawn on whether an extension for hedge cutting will be provided when the matter was raised in the Dáil today.
Agri-Business
Independent TD Carol Nolan called on government to implement reductions in the rate of mineral oil tax (MOT) applied to petrol and diesel.
Agri Politics
An Irish MEP has hit out at the European Commission following a decision to provisionally apply the EU-Mercosur trade deal.
A TD has said that agriculture 'cannot afford' the 'distraction' over the issue of the Bord Bia chair and his sourcing of beef from Brazil.
The signing of the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement "moves Irish beef farmers' nightmare one step closer to reality", an independent TD said.
There has been a widespread welcome to the news that the coalition government has formally agreed to vote no on Mercosur trade agreement
A TD has claimed the withdrawal of plans to develop a meat plant in Banagher, Co. Offaly is an "insight into post-Mercosur Ireland".
A TD has called on the government to take action to offset increases in petrol and diesel costs for road users.
Beef
A TD has claimed that "all the signs" point to Ireland being "coerced" into accepting the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement.
A TD has called for a greater level of focus on the mental health challenges faced by farmers during a debate in the Dáil.
Independent TD for Offaly Carol Nolan has said she will bring forward a private members bill this week on the issue of farm trespassing.
The EU-Mercosur agreement is "not a good deal" for Irish farmers and it is "really important that...
An independent TD has claimed that the Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition 2 (GAEC 2) continues to cause concern among farmers.
A TD has called on the government to pause all new wind energy developments until revised guidelines are published.
An independent TD has said that "farmers are still picking their jaws up from the floor" following the EU Commission's CAP proposals.
Forestry
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine said it "aims to deal with ash dieback fully...
A TD has called for the establishment of a permanent single forum for stakeholder groups representing licenced firearm holders.
A TD has said that the Agri-Food Regulator has done "tangible" work since its formation, but concern remains over obstacles to engagement.
Independent TD Carol Nolan has said there is growing frustration among farmers OVER the lack of definitive clarity around the review of TAMS
An independent TD has claimed that factories are engaged in a "prolonged attempt" to force "unacceptably low prices" on sheep farmers.
Officials from DAFM carried out just under 70,000 control post inspections on food consignments imported in 2024.
As speed limits reduce across rural roads today, TD Carol Nolan has said it will cause 'chaos' for rural road users and businesses
