One of the key issues raised with me on my canvas of Kerry today and yesterday has been succession and the next generation of farmers. New measures are required to cater for young farmers.
Nuacht TG4 today highlighted my call on government to consider a comprehensive aid package for Irish tillage farmers following what has been a disastrous year for their sector.
IFA Presidential candidate Francie Gorman has said the news that no cleared applicants will be paid until December 1st is “shattering confidence” amongst farmers in the Department of Agriculture’s ability to administer schemes.