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In this week's news podcast, news editor Caitríona Morrissey discusses how 16,000 farmers have been left in an ACRES limbo due to the significant over-subscription to the agri-environmental scheme.
Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue is grappling with the logistical and budgetary challenges of including all applicants.
Caitríona also looks ahead to the climate action plan next week and talks about what it might mean for the farm sector.
News correspondent Declan O’Brien details the impact of the nitrates derogation changes, set to drive up land prices.
News correspondent Noel Bardon updates us on his recent trip to Brussels, where he gained insight into key EU policy developments and their impact on Irish farmers.
Finally, news correspondent Rachel Donovan speaks to the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association general secretary on what Wednesday’s dead heat in the association’s presidential election means now.
Listen in for the latest.
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