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Representation
We are committed to effective representation on issues which affect our countryside members
Exclusive Benefits
We deliver genuine savings to our members
Peace of Mind
Our membership comes with insurance you can rely on
Training
Access to a wide range of subsidised training courses
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HCAP Course
Applications are now open for the first event in the 2025 Series of Deer Alliance HCAP Training Workshops. Only €130 to IFA Countryside Members.
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Safe Handling of Wild Game Meat Course
This event aims to educate & inform participants about the proper technique and precautions involved in handling wild game meat. Only €175 to IFA Countryside Members.
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Firearm Proficiency Course
The most comprehensive of its kind covering 3- in-one. Only €99 to IFA Countryside Members.
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Photography Competition
Enter the IFA Countryside Photography Competition and be in a with a chance of winning €500.
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Humane Deer Dispatch Course
The Humane Deer Dispatch Course aims to provide critical knowledge & skils for the humane dispatch of deer.
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You love the countryside and so do we.
And that’s why we’re here to look after you every step of the way.
If you enjoy country sports or field sports activities like shooting, fishing and walking, then IFA Countryside Membership is for you.
We support the outdoor activities you love by providing an exclusive membership package which includes an IFA Countryside Members Insurance Policy.
Our insurance partner is FBD Insurance; the only Irish owned insurance company in Ireland, providing you with peace of mind while you enjoy the Irish countryside.
We are proud to represent our members’ interests on issues which affect them so they can safeguard the future of fieldsports in Ireland!
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Latest News
Find out the latest rural news and updates
Great Western Lakes public consultation gets underway
Plan covers Lough Corrib, Lough Mask, Lough Carra, Lough Conn, Lough Cullin, Lough Arrow, and Lough Sheelin Inland Fisheries Ireland has confirmed that a public consultation on the long-term management of the Great Western Lakes gets underway from today (August 9th)...
Ireland’s first captive-bred Natterjack toadlets released into the wild
Joint initiative between NPWS and Fota Wildlife Park has released 6,000 toadlets to date This year’s cohort includes toadlets bred in captivity for the first time A new scheme will pay farmers to protect the habitat of this endangered species Almost 500 Natterjack...
AIB Have Abandoned More Farming and Rural Customers
IFA Farm Business National Chair Rose Mary McDonagh says the banking sector is again abandoning the farming community and rural Ireland in the wake if AIB’s decision to withdraw cash services in 70 branches across the country. The recent announcement that 40% will no...