Facing an uphill battle to keep future viable

Q&A: Pat Dunne
Facing an uphill battle to keep future viable
Thu, 17 Apr, 2014 - 01:00

The Glenmalure, Co Wicklow, farmer will be kept busy representing members in negotiations on the new rural development scheme, the reformed CAP which will kick in next January, Government plans for commonages — and the ongoing difficulties in making a living on upland farms.

¦ What are IFA’s priorities for hill farmers in the 2014-2020 Rural Development Programme?

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