IFA elects new committee chairs grain, poultry - Kilkenny Farming

A number of IFA committees have recently elected new national chairmen.

Grain Committee

John Murphy, a tillage and dairy farmer from Monageer, Co. Wexford has been elected Chair of the IFA Grain Committee.
He succeeds Kieran McEvoy, who has completed a four-year term as chair.

“Tillage farming is in the midst of a very challenging period, with incomes and confidence at an all-time low in the sector. I look forward to representing our grain farmers and will work hard to try and ensure Irish tillage is viable in the coming years” he said.

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Animal Health Committee

David Hall, a dairy and beef farmer from Newbliss, Co Monaghan has been elected Chair of the IFA Animal Health Committee.

“My key priorities for the term ahead are getting TB levels back under control and reducing the enormous burden of the disease on farmers, by addressing the ceilings in the live valuation scheme and ensuring an effective wildlife control programme,” he added.

Hill Farming Committee

James Gallagher, a sheep farmer from Kinlough Co. Leitrim, has been elected Chair of the IFA Hill Farming Committee.
“There are a number of key issues coming down the tracks, like CAP and the Nature Restoration Law amongst others. I look forward to representing our hill farmers to ensure their views and concerns are heard.”

Poultry Committee

Brendan Soden, a layer farmer and pullet producer from Stradone Co. Cavan, has been elected Chair of the IFA Poultry Committee.
“While there are many challenges facing our sector, poultry farmers, though small in number, play a vital role in producing poultry meat and eggs which are key components of consumers’ diets.

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“Our standards are world class, and I look forward to representing our farmers both at home and in Brussels to ensure the concerns of Irish poultry producers are heard.”