'A difficult job': Farmers call for Basic Income from State
Newstalk
A farmers' organization in Ireland is calling for a universal basic income specifically for local food producers to support the agricultural sector. The group emphasizes the need for government assistance and the importance of strengthening local food chains to ensure community resilience and reduce dependency on imported food. Farming is described as a challenging profession, with many local farms not benefiting from existing subsidies.
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