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07 Sept 2025

Laois farmers to celebrate new leader of Irish farming

Abbeyleix hotel to host major celebration of election to lead 70,000 members

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Francie Gorman with family, friends and Laois IFA members on his homecoming to Laois after winning the election in December 2023. Pic: Denis Byrne

New Irish Farmers' Association President will be the guest of honour at the upcoming annual dinner of Laois IFA.

 Laois IFA chairman John Fitzpatrick confirmed that the  Laois County Executive is hosting a Celebratory Dinner Dance to honour Francie Gorman's election as the president.

The Ballinakill man's four-year term of office begins on Tuesday, January 9 at the IFA's national AGM held in Dublin.

Mr Gorman was a convincing winner of the national election which took place toward the end of 2023.

The event will take place on  Saturday, January 27 Abbeyleix Manor Hotel 8pm. Music by "Outa Diesel" Tickets available from your local branch officers €35.

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