TIRLÁN, Ireland’s leading farmer-owned dairy and grain co-operative, has donated €5,000 to Embrace FARM, Ireland’s national support network for farm families affected by sudden death or serious injury.

TWO Laois farmers were among a group of 20 Tirlán students who proudly graduated as the third group of family farm suppliers to complete the Tirlán and Baileys Sustainable Farming Academy.

A Laois farmer was among the award winners at this year’s Tirlán Dairy and Sustainability Awards.

Siptu is hoping to meet with management and staff to discuss restructuring plans which could result in a number of job losses.