Eagles have not been deliberatley targeted, say Kerry sheep farmers

WE the undersigned wish to clarify matters in relation to recent news coverage of the poisoning of white-tailed sea eagles in Kerry.

This publicity has led to a number of letters by the general public that are potentially damaging to farming interests in Kerry as they give the false impression of the widespread use of poisons.

Sheep farmers in particular have a difficult job to produce lamb reared to high environmental standards while protecting their flock against losses to foxes and crows.