Charlie McConalogue

they reconsider the extension of the use of glyphosate in the European Union based on the precautionary principle. We asked the Government to ensure the EU takes all measures possible to prevent children’s further exposure to pesticides (for example by far stricter buffer zones)…

To highlight grave concerns for poultry producers regarding the recent recommendations published by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and their potential impact on the economic viability and sustainability of the poultry sector. If these recommendations are implemented…

To get substantial amendments to the EU proposed law in terms of removing certain articles, ensuring that no farmer owned land would be compulsorily re-wetted and that any measures carried out by farmers would reflect the permanent nature of change to that land holding and…

To ensure that livestock farms in Ireland would not be required to be licensed under a costly and bureaucratic process as proposed under the Industrial Emissions Directive

To ensure that there is a balanced proposal that does not impinge on the ability of Irish cereal growers to grow crops and to ensure that food security is not undermined

To participate in the Bio economy Forum and ensure that all Irish Farmers' interests are being upheld.

Secure urgent action to address implementation challenges for MDR to ensure that the regulation works as intended in the EU

That the Government supports Member States' proposal for a further impact assessment and greater flexibility for Member States on the implementation of the Directive