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Larry Murrin has 'my full confidence' as Bord Bia chair - Minister Heydon

It would be irresponsible to just follow emotion in relation to the media reports this week regarding the chair of Bord Bia when it is accepted by all that no rules were broken by him, says Minister.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Larry Murrin has 'my full confidence' as Bord Bia chair - Minister Heydon

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Have your say: Bord Bia chair Larry Murrin

Have your say: Bord Bia chair Larry Murrin

NEWS 22 January 2026

Northern Ireland’s largest indoor machinery showcase arrives at Balmoral Park

Northern Ireland’s largest indoor machinery showcase arrives at Balmoral Park

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In pictures: former Teagasc hill sheep demonstration farm on the market

In pictures: former Teagasc hill sheep demonstration farm on the market

In pictures: former Teagasc hill sheep demonstration farm on the market

PROPERTY 22 January 2026

Updated: support for Murrin as chair not unanimous – Bord Bia CEO

Updated: support for Murrin as chair not unanimous – Bord Bia CEO

Updated: support for Murrin as chair not unanimous – Bord Bia CEO

NEWS 22 January 2026

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IFA and ICMSA seek resignation of Bord Bia chair

IFA and ICMSA seek resignation of Bord Bia chair

Bord Bia's credibility has been "severely damaged" , ICMSA president Denis Drennan has said.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Tillage Podcast: malting barley and drones that sow and spray

Tillage Podcast: malting barley and drones that sow and spray

This week, we chat to a man at the top of his game when it comes to drones and we bring you a story on a cut to malting barley contracts.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Minister urges caution on land leases as the end looms for entitlements

Minister urges caution on land leases as the end looms for entitlements

The Commission's proposals for the next CAP should be considered by farmers making plans on foot of entitlement values, Minister Heydon said.

NEWS 22 January 2026

CAS Recruitment brings proven workforce solutions to farming and food processing

CAS Recruitment brings proven workforce solutions to farming and food processing

As labour shortages continue to challenge businesses, industry attention is turning toward recruitment models that combine regulatory compliance, international reach and sector-specific expertise.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 22 January 2026

Lamma 2026: Scania Schuitemaker silage truck combo

Lamma 2026: Scania Schuitemaker silage truck combo

Suffolk based Schuitemaker dealer, Agri Industry Solutions wowed Lamma visitors having showcased a Schuitemaker forage wagon body built onto a Scania rigid truck body, Gary Abbott writes.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Larry Murrin to remain as Bord Bia chair

Larry Murrin to remain as Bord Bia chair

IFA president Francie Gorman had sought the Bord Bia chair's resignation at board meeting on Thursday.

NEWS 22 January 2026

Watch: cattle get loose and jump barrier on M6

Watch: cattle get loose and jump barrier on M6

A two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a car and a cattle trailer occurred on the M6 on Thursday morning.

NEWS 22 January 2026

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Northern Ireland’s largest indoor machinery showcase arrives at Balmoral Park

Want a first look at the farm machinery that will shape the season ahead?

Northern Ireland’s largest indoor machinery showcase arrives at Balmoral Park

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