News - mushrooms
Local mushroom growers need support to overcome peat ban
At present, peat cannot be harvested in Ireland but, mushroom businesses use it for growing their produce.
Nov 22, 2023 13:59
Local TD criticises delays to publication of report on horticultural sector
Deputy Carthy says that someone in Government needs to start standing up for these farmers.
Jan 7, 2022 15:26
Government to oppose local Senator's horticultural peat harvesting bill
Minister of State Malcolm Noonan said the Attorney General had identified "serious legal issues" in the bill.
Dec 2, 2021 18:00
Local representative from mushroom sector says new permit rules will be major benefit
New work permits are available in areas like construction, HGV driving, factory work and hospitality, and horticulture.
Oct 28, 2021 13:00
Fears for Monaghan economy if mushroom sector fails due to peat harvesting issues
Mushroom farmers are one of the largest users of horticultural peat in the country.
Oct 15, 2021 15:40
Resolution on peat harvesting could be agreed "within days"
The Agriculture Minister told Northern Sound yesterday that he's committed to finding a resolution.
Jul 21, 2021 07:28
Warning local businesses could suffer due to peat moss shortage
The Taoiseach has been called on to intervene before jobs are lost in the local horticulture sector. It's said some producers are facing challenges
Feb 3, 2021 16:19NorthernSound Newsletter
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