Charlie McConalogue

Outline Macra's position on DAFM genotyping scheme.

Progression of proposals from a young farmers perspective in relation to TB eradication across forum and working groups

To seek financial support for capital developments undertaken by Irish equine breeders, through the the inclusion of equine measures under the TAMS investment support scheme for 2023 and beyond.

Inclusion of equine jobs, especially riders, groomes, etc. on the critical roles for work permits to assist with the a shortage of skilled labour within the equestrian industry

To highlight issues surrounding two of the farm schemes under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), namely the Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) and the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS).::To request a meeting with the Minister for Agriculture, Food &…

To meet with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine to emphasise that all valid 46,000 applicants must be accepted in the Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES).::That all applicants waiting to get into Tranche 2 must also be accommodated.

That there is a thorough investigation into how French potatoes were labelled with the Bord Bia Quality Assurance mark.::That the result of the investigation is made public.::To highlight that Irish Potato farmers go to great lengths to ensure that they meet the exacting Quality…

To seek a derogation on the ban on creosote used for agricultural purposes, and the sale of creosote posts from April 30th. No 528/2012

To highlight the potential value and opportunity in increasing food exports between Ireland and the USA

To ensure that, as set out in Food Vision 2030, there must be a balance between environmental, economic and social sustainability.::To ensure that rigorous assessments of all EU and national policy proposals are required to understand their impact on farm viability, the rural…

To brief Oireachtas members on Water Quality in the context of the Nitrates Action Programme 2023

To highlight the critical need for a commitment from Government to ensure that the economic potential and sustainable future of the Irish aquaculture sector are realised.::To highlight the urgency to implement a functioning aquaculture licensing system as a key priority for the…

To criticised the failure of the authorities to tackle what is a growing problem on farms.::To highlight that the situation has worsened over the last two years, with sheep farmers dreading the prospect of a call to say there has been an attack on their flock.::To highlight that…

Seeking to expand the retail forum to give voice to primary producers

Secure definition of a family farm