Letter regarding Minister Hackett's comments on organic farming

"Pippa Hackett - organic farming" - Derek Deane, beef farmer, Co Carlow

Letters to the Editor

24 August 2022

Letter regarding Minister Hackett's comments on organic farming

DEAR SIR: I see Minister Hackett is very excited about the future of organic farming for Ireland. As a beef farmer, I want to ask a simple question. How many acres would I need to make a reasonable farm income of €60,000 to €70,000?

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