UFU lobbying to address processing potato sector issues
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) says Northern Ireland (NI) processing potato growers are experiencing tremendous cash flow problems following the closure of schools and with the ongoing closure of the hospitality sector caused by coronavirus (COVID-19).
UFU deputy president William Irvine, pictured, said: “We are aware of the continuous difficulties our potato growers have been experiencing due to the impact COVID-19 has had on the NI processing potato sector. We are working hard lobbying the DAERA Minister and his officials to get much needed COVID-19 support for growers who have been seriously affected.
“It is vital that funding is allocated to the processing potato sector as soon as possible to help sustain potato businesses across NI.
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“While it was positive to see schools reopening, many COVID-19 challenges remain with the ongoing closure of the hospitality sector and it is continuing to put the livelihoods of farming families under extreme pressure.”