Land that is re-zoned will be subject to a new tax which will be handled by Revenue.

Avian Flu is a highly contagious disease and has already had a severe impact on bird flocks across Europe

IFA Deputy President Brian Rushe is seeking a meeting with the Minister for Justice Helen McEntee.

Farmers are also encouraged to get their property marked to try avoid theft.

The initiative offers people who are socially, physically, mentally or intellectually disadvantaged the opportunity to spend time on a family farm

'When you are not in control, the people in charge might not be accessible'

Senator Murphy believes farmers should be compensated.