The deal separates New Genomic Techniques into two distinct categories.
A Midlands MEP is welcoming new legislation on methods altering the genetic material of crops.
Under the agreement, New Genomic Techiniques are now divided into two categories based on their complexity.
Fianna Fail's Barry Cowen is accepting people may have concerns over the transparency of the deal.
He says it has long term benefits beyond the farming community:
Westmeath Historian Asks Midlands Minsters To Push For Heritage Centre
Locals feel a heritage centre could be based out of a vacant property on Mullingar's Church Avenue.
Offaly Marathon To Take Place For Defibrillator Fundraiser
Offaly Community First Responders and Fire Service will be doing the marathon in full fire kit.
Gardaí Investigating Westmeath Firebomb Attack
The incident happened in Mullingar on Sunday.
Survey Launched To Shape Plans For Enterprise Hub In Westmeath Town
The survey will inform plans for a new Enterprise and Co-working Hub in Kinnegad.
Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh Crowned 2026 Westmeath Rose
The Mullingar woman will represent Westmeath at the Rose of Tralee Festival in August.
Midlands Secures €55k In Funding For Literacy And Digital Skills Initiatives
Laois and Offaly will receive the highest allocation.
Westmeath Gardai Investigating Alleged Assault
It happened on Sunday morning in Mullingar.
Laois Farms Kick Off National Farming For Nature Festival 2026
Two flagship farm walks are leading the annual event.
Offaly School Gets Green Light For Major Extension
This is the third Offaly school to get approval.
Aontú Leader Calls For Action Over Overcrowding At Midland Regional Hospital
Deputy Toibin feels the issue stems from bed shortages, staffing gaps, and lack of consultant cover.
Vote Against Abortion Change Was For Constituents - Minister Troy
The Bill will now go before a committee for further scrutiny.
Westmeath Among First Counties To Achieve Full Broadband Coverage
Over 19,000 properties in the county are covered by the National Broadband Plan.
Midlands Tourism Professionals Graduate From Fáilte Ireland’s Programme
It's the first initiative under Fáilte Ireland’s Regenerative Tourism and Placemaking Scheme.
Midlands MEP Urges Caution Over EU ‘Return Hubs’ Proposal
Maria Walsh voted against the deal in the European Parliament yesterday.
Man Accused Of Serious Westmeath Assault To Stand Trial
Sean Bailey of Hyde Court, Roscommon, is charged with causing serious harm to a woman in her 30s.
Public Meeting For Proposed Midlands Climate House Project
The consultation takes place at 7pm in the Douglas Hyde Theatre.
Convicted Paedophile Dies In Midlands Prison
The Irish Prison Service has confirmed that a prisoner died at the prison this morning.
Dáil Backs Ending Abortion Waiting Period
TDs backed the Sinn Féin bill by 86 votes to 70.
Teaching Council Inquiry On Enoch Burke Adjourned Until Friday
Mr Burke wants the chairperson to stand aside from the hearing.
Deputy Principal Of Offaly Gaelscoil Highlights Need For Irish Secondary Schools In Midlands
There's currently none in Laois, Offaly or Westmeath according to Department of Education figures.
