Irish Farmers at Protest Outside the Tesco Store

A protest in Cavan town outside a Tesco store drew attention to unfair retail pricing and mounting pressure on agriculture. We remain dedicated to farmers, demanding cooperation and fair procurement practices.

Expert Tips for Ultimat Heat Pads

Concerns over agricultural sustainability in Ireland came to the forefront when Irish farmers organised a protest outside a Tesco store in Cavan town. In November 2010, farmers from the pig, beef, and other sectors gathered to raise their voice against the huge gap between the production cost and retail prices. Big supermarkets charge high prices for the products while paying a minimal amount to the farmers. The entire protest was backed by the Irish Farmers’ Association, highlighting issues of rising feed prices and high retail margins, pointing towards unfair trading practices.  

Keep Your Farmhouse Safe


These long-standing issues have placed many pig farms under extreme financial burden, prompting calls for urgent change. Ultimat Heat Pads remains dedicated to supporting farmers to ensure a stable farming business and reliable food supply across Ireland. The protest urges us to look at the deeper structural issues and uneven values within the agricultural sector. We demand greater cooperation from retailers to implement fair pricing policies for the farmers to restore economic balance.