'Future of Farming' conference to take place in Carlow

The conference is a unique opportunity for farmers to lead the discussion and engage with Fine Gael on innovative solutions, as well as the challenges they face.

placeholder image — The conference is a unique opportunity for farmers to lead the discussion and engage with Fine Gael on innovative solutions, as well as the challenges they face.

THE Fine Gael National Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (NAFRD) forum has announced it will hold a regional conference on Thursday, June 22 in the Woodford Dolmen Hotel in Carlow.

The conference is a unique opportunity for farmers to lead the discussion and engage with Fine Gael on innovative solutions, as well as the challenges they face.

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The event will feature politicians and notable speakers in the areas of rural development, agriculture, food production, climate and rural employment including Minister Simon Harris, Minister Martin Heydon, Maragret Kirwan, owner of Goatsbridge Trout Farm and Lorna Sixsmith, Dairy Farmer & Author.

It begins at 8pm and those interested in attending can register here.