New editor selected at 'Irish Farmers Journal'

The Irish Farmers Journal has appointed Justin McCarthy as its next editor

The Irish Farmers Journal has appointed Justin McCarthy as its next editor. He will be only the fourth person to hold the position in the newspaper’s 64-year history.

Mr McCarthy (35) from Co Down is chief livestock editor with the paper. He previously worked with Anglo Beef Processors and Teagasc, and was involved in a lengthy inquiry into standards in Brazilian beef production.

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