by Barbara Killeen | Mar 2, 2021 | Coillte Licences, Deer Hunting, Vermin Control, wildlife management
Following a recent meeting with Coillte, a number of concessions were outlined for hunters. Full details can be found here.
by Barbara Killeen | Mar 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
IFA Countryside Chairman Brian Rushe said Bank of Ireland’s announcement on branch closures is very disappointing news for rural communities. “This comes as a slap in the face to rural communities who rely on local branches for banking services. We estimate that...
by Barbara Killeen | Feb 26, 2021 | countryside, Environment, Food, Organic
The Organic Farming Scheme will reopen on Mon, March 1st. IFA is holding an information evening for farmers considering applying for the scheme on Thurs, 4th March at 8.30 pm. The event will take place over Microsoft Teams. Speaking in advance of the event, IFA...
by Barbara Killeen | Feb 24, 2021 | Bogs, Rural Ireland
The IFA and Bord na Móna Working Group held their first virtual meeting on the Peatland Climate Action Scheme last week. IFA Countryside Chairman Brian Rushe said it was a positive first meeting of the group. He said, “I look forward to working closely with Bord na...
by Barbara Killeen | Feb 24, 2021 | countryside, Environment, Habitats, Lobbying, Uncategorized
IFA has called on the Minister for Heritage and Electoral Reform Malcolm Noonan to ensure managed burning of gorse is allowed to take place in March due to the inclement wet weather in January and February. “The extension by a month is of vital importance as it will...
