IFA telecom signs up 15,000

IFA Telecom, the farmer-owned telecommunications business, announced yesterday that it has signed up nearly 15,000 subscribers.

The company said it is on target to reach 20% of IFA’s membership base in its first year of business. It also launched a new low cost “pay as you go” internet service for customers.

IFA director of organisation Pat Smith said IFA Telecom is gaining the loyal support of Irish farm families.