By Dan Walsh An Taoiseach Simon Harris has confirmed he will be guest speaker at the Wexford IFA 70th anniversary Gala Dinner taking place in the Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, next Saturday evening. IFA president Francie Gorman and President of Wexford IFA Jer O’Mahony will also be amongst the speakers. Mr O’Mahony said the mostContinue reading “Taoiseach to attend Wexford IFA commemoration”
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Gorey family farm focus on water quality
By Dan Walsh At a visit on the family farm of Cheryl and Alan Poole, near Gorey, a practical focus on maintaining and enhancing water quality was highlighted as part of Tirlán’s Farming for Water: River Slaney Project aimed at improving the catchment running through Ireland’s south-east. The programme is part of Ireland’s overall Farming for Water EIP andContinue reading “Gorey family farm focus on water quality “
John Murphy reappointed Chairperson at Tirlán Co-Op agm
By Dan Walsh Tirlán Co-operative Society Limited has confirmed that Wexford farmer John G. Murphy from Ballinacoola, Craanford, Gorey, has been reappointed as Chairperson for a further two-year term. Chairperson Murphy was appointed to the Board on June 29th, 2010, and to the position of Vice-Chairperson on June 2nd, 2017. He was first appointed ChairpersonContinue reading “John Murphy reappointed Chairperson at Tirlán Co-Op agm”
Bishop prays for the farming community
By Dan Walsh Bishop Ger Nash has expressed his support and compassion for those in the farming community and other sectors who are experiencing difficulties because of the prolonged spell of poor weather. He asks everyone in the Diocese of Ferns to join with him in praying for favourable weather and also in praying forContinue reading “Bishop prays for the farming community”
Weather causing “untold stress for Wexford farmers”
By Dan Walsh Met Éireann weather stations have recorded significant rainfall with Johnstown Castle showing 153.7mm of rainfall in March which almost double the March long term average rainfall of 79mm. Deputy Paul Kehoe told WexfordLocal.com; “Weather conditions are hammering farmer morale, and we are moving into an unprecedented territory on farms. Farmers are acting responsiblyContinue reading “Weather causing “untold stress for Wexford farmers””
Council backs farmers Enough Is Enough campaign
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Farmers from all parts of Co. Wexford brought their machinery to Carricklawn today where Wexford County Council held the monthly meeting as they rallied against over regulation and invasive restrictions forced on the everyday lives of farmers and won for support for the Enough Is Enough campaign.Continue reading “Council backs farmers Enough Is Enough campaign”
Alice Doyle makes IFA history
By Dan Walsh Alice Doyle from Ballyoughter, Camolin, has made history by becoming the first woman to be elected Deputy President of the IFA (Irish Farmers’ Association). The result of the vote was announced at the election count centre at the Castleknock Hotel in Dublin, at 8pm last night (Tuesday) where it was announced thatContinue reading “Alice Doyle makes IFA history”
Tirlán opens regional HQ in Kilkenny
By Dan Walsh Tirlán, formerly known as Glanbia Ireland, the world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands, today officially opened its new headquarters and collaborative hub at Abbey Quarter, Kilkenny. The new offices are designed as a blended workplace in line with Government aims onContinue reading “Tirlán opens regional HQ in Kilkenny”
IFA support for Enniscorthy school
By Dan Walsh A cheque for €12,000 raised at the Christmas Live Crib held at the Farm Centre, Enniscorthy, was presented to Lee Rogers, Principal at St. Patrick’s Special School, Enniscorthy, by Jer O’Mahony, Chairman of Wexford branch of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) at the annual general meeting of the IFA held in EnniscorthyContinue reading “IFA support for Enniscorthy school”
Tirlán confirms 2022 grain pricing
By Dan Walsh Tirlán will pay over €100 million for quality grain from Harvest 2022, with prices for Members standing at €310 tonne for green feed barley and €320/t for green feed wheat. Seán Molloy, Chief Ingredients and Agri Officer, said Tirlán has continuously displayed strong commitment to the sector with a key focus onContinue reading “Tirlán confirms 2022 grain pricing“
