Fine Gael’s Agriculture and Rural Development conference is ‘a big opportunity for farmers, rural entrepreneurs and community leaders in Laois to contribute and shape policy in rural Ireland’.
So Fine Gael TD and Leas Cathaoirleach of the Dail Agricultural Committee, Willie Aird.
The conference will take place at the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge, Kildare on Saturday, November 15.
Deputy Aird said: “Registration is now open and all interested in the future of rural Ireland are encouraged to attend.
“Contributing to a forum like this is essential to ensuring that rural Ireland and the agriculture sector remains vibrant and resilient.”
Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris will be joined by Agriculture Minister Martin Heydon, Business Minister Peter Burke, members of the parliamentary party and Fine Gael members to discuss a broad range of issues, with a strong emphasis on the party’s commitment to delivering for rural communities.
Topics on the agenda include: strengthening support for rural Ireland, tackling agricultural challenges, creating incentives for young farmers to continue the family farming traditions, and examining the impact of tariffs, transport costs and broader business expenses.
Registration is open here and you do not have to be a member of Fine Gael to attend.
Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris said: “This conference is a vital opportunity for Fine Gael to listen to our farmers and key stakeholders, as well as to set out our plans to protect farming incomes and to ensure Rural Ireland has a thriving future.”
