By Dan Walsh
Tom Doyle was elected Chair of Wexford IFA at the annual general meeting held in the Farm Centre, Enniscorthy on Monday night. He succeeds Jer O’Mahony, who served for four years.
Tom, a beef and tillage farmer from Camolin, has previously served on the IFA National Farm Business Committee and is married to the current IFA Deputy President, Alice Doyle.
Tom, the sole candidate for the Chair, stated that he accepted the position after being approached by several members. He pledged to “do the best I can for farmers across the county.”
He commits to maintaining regular contact with members through the association’s branch structure and emphasises the importance of young people taking up roles in the farm organisation.
The outgoing Wexford IFA chair, Jer O’Mahony, extended his best wishes to Tom Doyle as he assumes the position.
He informed the members that he appreciated his tenure as Wexford IFA chair and acknowledged that he would miss it since it becomes a significant part of one’s life.
Mr. O’Mahony stated that one of his most significant accomplishments was achieving agreement with Wexford County Council on farm inspection protocols that prioritise respect for farmers throughout the process.
Mr. O’Mahony will maintain an active involvement in Wexford IFA, serving as both Treasurer and Public Relations Officer.
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