'There are huge challenges coming on emissions'

Kathleen O'Sullivan speaks with the chairman on the agriculture committee on the future of farming.

Jackie Cahill on his farm in Killinan, Thurles, Co Tipperary. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

A dairy farmer, a former farm organisation leader, and now a Fianna Fáil TD, Jackie Cahill has experienced the peaks and troughs of the agriculture industry over the last few decades.

And while some very big challenges lie ahead, his confidence remains unwavering that the industry can meet them.