Wexford farmers capture grain awards

WEXFORD tillage farmers have again captured the two top awards for quality grain among Glanbia suppliers.

Peter Cummins of Ballykelly, New Ross, was the overall winner of the malting barley award and Martin McDonald of Templenacrow, Clonroche, Enniscorthy, was the overall award winner in the quality oats category.

Minister of State John McGuinness, who presented the awards at Glanbia House, Kilkenny yesterday, said quality assurance, traceability and high standards in the food and drink industry are essential for success.