The study was jointly conducted by Maynooth University & Teagasc.
Many farmers are locked out of the State’s pension system according to new research.
They find it hard to retire or pass on their farm as a result.
There are often issues around their PRSI contributions according to the study by Teagasc and Maynooth University.
Policy Analyst with the Irish Farmers Journal Anne Finnegan says something has to change
Inside this week's @FarmersJournal:
— Irish Farmers Journal (@farmersjournal) September 15, 2021
* Low income farmers locked out of state pensions
* Department to apologise for ANC cuts
* Tractor and machinery scammers launder €6m through Ireland
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