A Leitrim native is one of two candidates that will contest the IFA’s upcoming Connacht Chairperson election.
James Gallagher, a former Leitrim IFA Chairperson is one of two candidates for the role.
Mr Gallagher, who is a member of the association’s Rural Development Committee will go up against Mayo’s Brendan Golden.
The IFA’s Branch Officers, County Officers and National Officers are elected by farmers.
The announcement was made on Tuesday as nominations for the number of roles within the IFA closed at 12 noon.
Francie Gorman from Laois and Martin Stapleton (Limerick) have received the required number of nominations for President.
Election debates will take place in October.
Debates for the regional chairs will also take place in October, with voting on the night of each debate.
Members will receive their vote in the post and they can either return the vote by post or cast their vote at their branch AGM.
