Macra calls for Heydon to intervene and protect Ireland’s food reputation

Macra says Ireland’s reputation as a trusted, high-quality food producer depends on unity, transparency and respect throughout the sector

Tractor convoy as part of the IFA protest outside the Bord Bia Dublin offices. Photo: Finbarr O'Rourke

Agriculture minister Martin Heydon is being called on by Macra naFeirme to take decisive action to protect Ireland’s food reputation.

Macra continues to call on the agriculture minister to facilitate urgent and constructive dialogue across the agri-food sector to protect Ireland’s international food reputation and restore farmer confidence in Bord Bia.