Decoupling looks better and better for grain growers

FARMERS are thinking of pulling out of grain growing because of low margins, it was claimed this week.

As the fine weather continued to boost harvesting, the IFA warned of concern among cereal growers.

Grain Committee chairman Paddy Harrington said the option of full decoupling now enables farmers to seriously look at exiting this low margin, high risk enterprise, unless realistic grain prices are paid.