Proceedings: Building Alliances in Agriculture & Rural Development

December 22, 2009

Proceedings from the National Rural Network annual conference entitled “Building Alliances in Agriculture and Rural Development” are now available.

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Teagasc Announces Establishment of Rural Innovation Service

December 2, 2009
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Teagasc has announced the establishment of a rural innovation service aimed at assisting farmers to diversify within and outside of agriculture.

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Economic Turmoil Impacts Heavily on Rural Sector

December 2, 2009
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The economic turmoil at home and internationally has impacted heavily on the farming and rural sectors, according to the former Secretary General of the Department of Agriculture and Food, John Malone.

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Dukes Proposes Cross-Industry Approach to New Agri Strategy

December 2, 2009
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The development of a co-ordinated strategy for the agri-food and rural development sectors has been proposed by economist and former Minister, Alan Dukes.

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