Members of the IFA say the supply chain, in which the primary producer is key, is broken.

Well-established pig farmers have already left the sector as a result of the soaring price of feed and fuel costs.

Dunnes Stores will meet with IFA President, Tim Cullinan, at 4pm this evening.

IFA regional chair for Ulster/ North Leinster, Frank Brady, will be among the guest speakers.

Former IFA Poultry Chair and Carrickmacross farmer Andy Boylan says farmers feel unloved by the big retailers.

Frank Brady says farmers just want a “margin” that everyone is happy with.

Frank Brady will officially succeed outgoing regional chair Nigel Renaghan at the IFA AGM next month.

Moderated by Cavan IFA Chair, Elizabeth Ormiston, Frank Brady and John Curran had the opportunity to address members.