The Clare-based Chair of the Irish Farmers Of Ireland doesn’t want to see Charlie McConalogue retain the position of Agriculture Minister in December’s Cabinet reshuffle.
Minister McConalogue has confirmed his desire to remain in the role, however no commitment has yet been given by the Taoiseach in relation to the post.
This week Cabinet formally approved an almost 10 billion euro package of payments to farmers under the Common Agricultural Policy, however fears have been expressed that the new policy could drive down food production.
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Kilmurry McMahon farmer Seamus Shannon believes Minister McConalogue has done ‘irreparable’ damage to the industry.
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