Farmers ‘can reap benefits from early retirement’

RURAL and urban communities have a lot to gain from the vast knowledge and expertise of farmers in early retirement, according to a report published yesterday.

The detailed study on the experiences, needs and resources of such farmers in Limerick was the first of its kind in the country.

It was researched by geographer Dr Caitriona Ni Laoire, UCC, and retired farmer Michael Doody from Monagea in west Limerick, who initiated the project.