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Regulator waiting for Minister’s response to request for extra powers
Phelim O'Neill
The Irish Farmers Journal speaks with Niamh Lenehan, CEO of the Agri-Food Regulator’s office to review the first year’s work and look at what lies ahead.
17 December 2024 News
IFA urges consumers to support Irish farmers this Christmas
The IFA is asking shoppers to look for the Bord Bia and National Dairy Council logos as they buy their groceries in the coming days.
11 December 2024 News
First glimmer of light on what processors get paid for beef
Agri-Food Regulator publishes first of what will be a weekly report on aggregated prices factories get for beef.
Farm inspection rates 'far below' level required - EPA
Over 4,500 farms are due to be inspected by county councils in 2025, up from 3,346 in 2024.
3 December 2024 News
Horticulture written charter ‘necessary’ for growers
The charter would assist growers to draw up supply agreements that go beyond a one-year horizon, but also allow for flexibility on price if input costs were to rise.
27 November 2024 News
M&S Ireland granted Bord Bia Origin Green certification
The chain plans to work with suppliers to reduce carbon emissions as part of its commitment to reaching net zero by 2040.
26 November 2024 News
Musgrave to delist Conor McGregor’s whiskey and stout
All alcohol associated with Conor McGregor is to be removed from sale and storage at Musgrave retailers.
26 November 2024 News
Horticulture the next port of call for regulator’s spotlight
The Agri-Food Regulator is looking to improve transparency in the fruit and vegetable sector.
21 November 2024 News
Aontú pledges fertiliser subsidies and supply chain shake-up if in government
Some 42 Aontú candidates have been selected to run for the party in the upcoming general election.
14 November 2024 News
Beef Trends: factories move to Christmas mode
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef trade, including the latest quotes for factory-finished cattle.
23 October 2024 Markets
'No plans' to stop rural dwellers burning turf - Department
Rural dwellers will still be able to burn turf as a form of solid fuel.
12 October 2024 News
Over €1/kg between Irish and UK beef prices
Adam Woods has the latest on this week’s beef prices including the latest quotes for factory cattle.
7 October 2024 Markets