The manager of Kerry Lamb and Wool Co-op says he has serious concerns about the future of the dry stock industry in Ireland.
Sean Moriarty, manager of the co-op since it first opened, was speaking this week at a celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the Lispole based enterprise.
He believes the age profile of farmers in the sector is a huge concern.
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Mr Moriarty says payments to farmers are focused on the environment rather than food production, which could risk food supply.
