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Younger generation of farmers called to participate in co-ops

Young farmers have been urged to step forward and steer the evolution of the co-op sector. The call came from outgoing president of the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS). Jerry Long made the comment in Portlaoise at the 127th ICOS AGM this week. He said: “We now need to see a next generation of farmers coming forward to lead the continuous evolution, sustainability and success of our sector in the…

Macra na Feirme repeats call for generational renewal for farmers

Years of highlighting the need for generational renewal for farmers has failed to yield tangible support, says Macra na Feirme. The organisation has been motivating for a substantial farmer retirement scheme to financially support the retiring farmer while enabling a genuine, ongoing connection to the farm if so desired. In addition, they have been calling for that land to enter into the hands of young farmers regardless of enterprise when…

Macra na Feirme says a dairy retirement scheme would attract young farmers

Macra na Feirme, the young farmer organisation, has commented that a potential retirement scheme for the dairy sector could result in higher numbers of active young farmers. “For a number of years, Macra na Feirme has highlighted that a retirement scheme is needed across all the farming sectors to ensure financial security for the farmer who is stepping back – but also that the necessary supports are in place to…

MEP reassures young farmers entering the sector

Young farmers require all the support necessary should they take over family farms, this is according to Sinn Féin MEP Chris MacManus. As young farmers face the world bright eyed and bushy tailed, their fairy tale of managing a farm soon takes on another dimension as reality settles in. MacManus was speaking after a visit to Mountbellew Agricultural College in Co. Galway and raised these stark realities facing young farmers:…