Full extent of huge reliance on European money is spelled out
Growing farmer fears over loss of EU payments
WITH almost half the workforce in Fermanagh working in the agricultural sector there is growing concern that farmers here have received no assurances that support will continue in the long-term post Brexit. It is thought that up to 80 per cent of farming income here is derived from EU payments. In the midst of this […]
Farmers urged to attend important meadows meeting
The meeting takes place this Tuesday, February 13, at the Tir Navar Centre in Derrygonnelly.
Farmers in dire warning as crisis deepens
There are fears some local farmers could be out of business by the end of the winter following a long, wet summer.
Fermanagh farmers face crisis after weeks of rain
There are fears that, without support, some farmers could go out of business.
Silage excuse for missing court
Jack Patrick (21) of Drumbeggan Road, Monea was not in court for a “novel” reason.
Secretary of State meets with Fermanagh victims
Mr Brokenshire also met with local business and farming representatives.
Brexit may put Fermanagh fracking back on agenda
Leaving the EU could mean fracking becomes a real possibility in the county.