That is the view of the Irish Farmers Association's president.
A new meat factory in Offaly will bring much needed competition to the beef market.
President of the Irish Farmers' Association, Toomervara's Tim Cullinan says it's a boost for farmers who've been continually struggling with the prices from the existing meat processors.
He says three major players have been dominating the market in Ireland with little competition, so a new investor is excellent news for the farming community:
Taoiseach Urges Trade Unions To Come To Negociating Table
Industrial relations expert, Ballinahown's Denis Rohan says there's a lot of factors to consider.
Offaly GAA Club Holding Awareness Event This Evening
Edenderry GAA is holding "Caman For A Walk" for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Westmeath Man Pleads Guilty To Attack That Left Woman With Missing Teeth
Keith Grehan will appear in Mullingar Circuit Criminal Court on October 22nd.
Irish Rail Unveils Two Major Projects To Tackle Overcrowding On Midlands Routes
Irish Rail added two extra services in 2024, but they are now at full capacity.
Midlands Schools Urged To Contact Gardaí Over Threatening Emails
Multiple schools across the country received these type of messages yesterday.
Midlands Event For National Women's Enterprise Day Taking Place Tomorrow
The Village Barn in Tyrellspass is the venue for the event.
Offaly Councillors Call for 10% Increase in GMA Budget
Councillors in the Tullamore MD are seeking a 10% increase in their general allocation for 2027.
Strike Action: Sinn Fein Leader Calls On Taoiseach To Intervene
There will be widespread disruption across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath today.
