Charlie McConalogue

Extend working dates for Agricultural Contractors

To propose that if any percentage of the farm is dedicated to forestry, it should be defined as agricultural land and the CAT Agricultural Relief applied to the whole farm.::To propose that farm forestry is treated similarly to the Consanguinity and Young Trained Farmers Stamp…

To propose the retention of Flat rate addition scheme (FRA) for all agricultural sectors.::To propose the implementation of 0% VAT rate on non-oral animal medicines and vaccines as early as possible (1st January)::To propose the inclusion of Additional milking points, Automatic…

To acknowledge efforts to increase De Minimis thresholds but to request the Commission honour the position of a multitude of EU Ministers of Agriculture and increase the De Minimis Aid limit to €50,000 given the ongoing uncertainty facing the sector.::To reject the proposal to…

To discuss concerns on Anti-Microbial / Anti-Parasitic Resistance, the duration of prescriptions, reduction of competition, the National Veterinary Prescription System (NVPS) and the availability of Veterinary Medicines.

Highlight content of Macra's prebudget submission with TD's and Senators ::Implementation of Macra's proposals for rural youth and young farmers

To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to reinstate the measure

To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie Mc Conalogue to deliver for the forgotten farmers in budget 2025.

Highlight the need for action on Generational Renewal and the commencement of the Commission on Generational Renewal These critical elements were outlined at a Joint Oireachtas committee hearing on the nitrates derogation attended by a Macra delegation of Elaine Houlihan,…

Discuss and highlight the need for a succession scheme for young farmers ::Highlight issues in Macra's pre budget proposals

1. Articulate shock and disappointment with majority of equine sector with horse welfare failures highlighted by RTE Primetime investigates documentary “Horses: Making a Killing” broadcast on Wednesday, 12th June 2024. 2. Ensure appropriate equine end of life options available…

1. Showcase the use of public funds to the Minister as part of the National Breeding Services programme::2. Impress upon the Minister & Representatives the need for additional funding for integrity measures & integrity programmes as part of the National Breeding Services to…

Action to offset escalating operating costs for hospitality businesses ::Reinstatement of the 9% VAT rate for hospitality food services ::A reduction in delays for issuing VISAs to job applicants with work permits::Additional supports for employees on off-the-job training…

Changes made to the Sale of Alcohol Bill to provide for better regulation for Under 18s events on licensed premises in Ireland

Secure further consultation with DAFM regarding the proposed legislation