The new Chairman of Clare IFA expects another tough year ahead for dairy farmers.
Some farm groups and politicians have identified over-production of milk as a key factor in falling prices and called on the European Union to introduce mandatory measures to reduce output.
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However, with the decision to abolish milk quotas made in 2003, and re-affirmed in 2008, such measures could be politically and legally problematic.
Willie Hanrahan says a lack of demand is another problem facing farmers.
