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All the latest opinion and comments on the Irish agricultural industry from the Farmers Journal editorial team.

Airport strategy could face a hard landing

It makes sense to build a new regional airport if revenue is sufficient to cover operating outlay and to remunerate the construction capital costs.

VIEWPOINTS 25 February 2026
Airport strategy could face a hard landing
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Comment: suckler cattle farmers need a strong voice

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Farmers have joined the 'quiet quitting' trend

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Opinion: Government standing by their man, while the IFA stands by its demand

Opinion: Government standing by their man, while the IFA stands by its demand
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