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Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue.
The Irish Cattle and Sheep Association ICSA) is set to join the meat and livestock board of An Bord Bia, the Minister for Agriculture has said.
Speaking at its AGM, Minister Charlie McConalogue said that the ICSA had proven itself in being a constructive partner and that the ICSA’s voice would be valid on the board.
He confirmed that he has requested a change to the BEAM scheme’s reference period, as revealed in the
“As it stands, applicants of the scheme have until 30 June to reach their reduction target and I have put forward a strong case to the [European] Commission seeking a new 12-month reference period of 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2021 for those farmers who require an extension,” he explained.
ATTACKED: Dog leaves sheep with vicious injures after mauling THE National Sheep Association (NSA)has received an alarming increase in reports of attacks on sheep by dogs over recent weeks, most likely linked to continuing Covid-19 restrictions. Whilst the countryside is a great location for people to benefit physically and mentally from time outdoors at this time, this cannot be at a cost to farmers and their livelihoods, says NSA, who urges the public to take responsibility for their actions when in the countryside, and especially near livestock.