Why I marched with farmers on Government buildings : 'We want to be leaders for change'

Macra na Ferime members speak to the Irish Examiner about why they marched on Government buildings this week and the change they want to see in rural Ireland

Liam Hanrahan farms in Doonbeg, Co Clare in partnership with his parents. Picture: Michael Donnelly

Young people "want to be leaders for change," but they need to have policy on their side, West Clare man Liam Hanrahan has said.

Mr Hanrahan, Macra’s agricultural affairs committee chairman and 2019 FBD Macra na Feirme Young Farmer of the Year, farms in Doonbeg in partnership with his parents.