I see the IFA is keeping the postbox of the competition authority busy these days.

The Competition and Consumer Protection Authority (CCPC) came to the attention of farmers during the beef talks, as it dictated that price must remain off the table.

Well, CCPC chair Isolde Goggin now finds two letters on her desk from members of the IFA.

President Joe Healy has called for a meeting to find out why price can’t be discussed at talks, while presidential hopeful Tim Cullinan has demanded an investigation into the beef processors.

Mixed messaging or a two pronged attack?