Michael O'Leary: I'm not sure if I've made any money on the farm this year
Michael O'Leary's at his farm in Fennor, Co. Westmeath. Photo: Bob Morrison
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Speaking to the Irish Examiner, he explains why he needs more cows, is done investing in foresty, and what he makes of the farmer protests.
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