Farmers urge processors to pay 'hardship top-up'

“Dairy farmers are having a dreadful time with the desperate weather conditions."

Irish Farmers' Association president Francie Gorman said every effort must be made to support farmers who are grappling with dreadful weather conditions.

Milk processors are being urged to pay a "hardship top-up" on March supplies.

Irish Farmers' Association president Francie Gorman said every effort must be made to support farmers who are grappling with dreadful weather conditions.