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An Association of Farmers for Farmers
24th January, 2014
ICSA sheep chairman Paul Brady has expressed concern at the news that Kepak is to undertake a review of operations at their Hacketstown plant. “From the point of view of sheep producers, the possibility of a reduction in competition for lambs is a worrying prospect. We need as many viable meat processors operating as possible.”
ICSA Suckler chair Jimmy Cosgrave has hit out at the Department of Agriculture’s decision to offer only online training to participants of the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP). “This move is very concerning, especially considering the older age demographic of suckler farmers. Many of these farmers may not have reliable internet access or have the necessary computer skills to navigate complex online platforms. The focus should be on ensuring as many farmers as possible can benefit from the scheme rather than putting barriers in place,” he said.
