Tullamore’s livestock focus

Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney will officially open the Tullamore Show and AIB National Livestock Show next Sunday.

He is also due to take part in a forum and networking event for the livestock industry, chaired by MEUP Mairead McGuinness, on Saturday from 6pm to 9pm at the showgrounds in Tullamore.

And the Meat Village on Sunday will have trade stands from national and international meat processors Dunbia, Dawn Meats and ABP Ireland, offering interaction with suppliers and visitors.