Agri-Business
The government coalition of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, some independents has survived a motion of no confidence in the Dáil today
Agri Politics
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has confirmed fuel supports for farmers and hauliers.
Minister Martin Heydon has insisted that "government recognises the urgency of providing solutions for all" amid ongoing fuel protests.
Garda operations have been underway to clear blockading vehicles as the fuel protests entered a sixth day this morning (Sunday, April 12).
This comes as the government "moves close" to finalising a "significant support package" to address the ongoing crisis, a statement issued tonight said.
Today was the fifth day of fuel protests, with national fuel depots including at Whitegate Refinery restricted because of blockades.
Rural Life
A Garda operation is ongoing at Whitegate Refinery in Co. Cork to "ensure critical supplies of fuel" to maintain critical emergency public services.
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers' Association (INHFA) has called for "urgent" government action.
A farm organisation has warned of a "tipping point" on animal welfare and milk collection as fuel protests enter a fifth day.
The National Emergency Coordination Group met today to assess the blockades and transport disruption caused by ongoing fuel price protests.
The Tánaiste has said there is "adequate" supply of fuel in Ireland against the backdrop of national protests over current prices.
N.Ireland
The UFU is urging its members to be prepared for an "incursion" at any time, claiming that there is a "significant threat" of protests.
The French government has unveiled new measures to support the country's farmers and strengthen French food sovereignty.
Following farming protests in Galway today and meetings with councillors, IFA Galway chair, Stephen Canavan said that 'morale is still low'
Tillage
Irish Farmers Association (IFA) president, Francie Gorman, has been given a clear mandate by potato growers to organise protests
Many farmers would support protests at Dublin Airport Authority airports if passenger numbers are increased by 25%, an Agriland poll shows.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue has said that European...
French farmers converged in the heart of Paris today to highlight the "continued difficulties" facing agriculture in France.
Thomas Duffy has said that the decision from small countries will be important for the ultimate decision for the Mercosur trade deal
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Farmers in and around Madrid are set to descend on the city this week as part of nationwide farmer protests in the country.
Farmers from across Europe have brought the city centre in Brussels to a standstill over their concerns for the future of the sector.
Farmers have blocked major roads outside of Paris and access to Toulouse-Blagnac airport in France as farmer-led protests continue.
