Organic Farming Scheme: A Viable Option

April 22, 2010
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The deadline for the Organic Farming Scheme is fast approaching with receipt of applications due in local AES (Agricultural and Environment Structures) offices before the 15th of May, 2010.

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The future of European agriculture policy- Call for a public debate

April 13, 2010
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The European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dacian Cioloş, yesterday launched a public debate on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in the European Union. Submissions close on June 3rd.

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Bioenergy Markets for Europe – New Conference & Trade Fair in Brussels

April 12, 2010
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With the growing importance of bioenergy in Europe the European Biomass Association AEBIOM and the REECO Group have pooled together to organize an international trade fair and conference for bioenergy – RENEXPO® Bioenergy EUROPE & AEBIOM European Bioenergy Conference. It will take place from June 30th – July 1st , 2010 at Albert Hall in Brussels, [...]

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Kilkenny LEADER Partnership support new Food Trail

April 7, 2010
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Hurling will take second place to food in Kilkenny this month with the launch of the Trail Kilkenny Food Trail showcasing the best of local produce and culinary businesses in the area. Thirty-eight local Food producers and businesses from the city and county are participating in the Food Trail which will be launched on April 19.

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