Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.
To propose that the suckler herd in Ireland which is a key national resource that must be protected through meaningful direct supports.::That all trade deals, most particularly Mercosur, that provide increased access to our key EU market for beef must be rejected.::That…
That a multiannual scheme for farmers is needed, with a payment of €100 per calf for the rearing phase of these animals.
That Government must return the Wildlife Control Programme primarily to a density reduction programme to reduce the prevalence of TB and provide the resources to ensure the effective and timely implementation of the programme in TB areas.
That long-standing agreements in relation to payment for TB testing must be fully honoured. This includes the legislatively required pre/post movement 30-day test requirement.
To propose that the commitment given to farmers by the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) to reduce the VAT rate on veterinary vaccines to 0% must be honoured.
To propose a full review of the Forestry Programme. Committing 32% of productive land area to biodiversity and broadleaf planting is excessive, impacting farm commercial viability.::To propose that if any percentage of the farm is dedicated to forestry, it should be defined as…
To propose that funding for the ANCs is increased by at least a further €50m to bring the total budget for the scheme to €300m, with eligible area to be increased to 45ha.
To propose that a multiannual scheme is needed with a minimum of €100/animal payment to support measures that maximise the performance of these animals. Young Bull finishers have the potential to positively impact on the average age of slaughter of all prime cattle and must be…
That current targeted supports committed to the sector extend to €25/ewe but are based on income foregone, cost incurred principles necessary in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Pillar 2 schemes and national exchequer funded schemes. These requirements erode the direct…
To highlight that the Low Emission Slurry Spreading (LESS) requirements proposed to come into effect from 1st January 2025 for farms stocked between 100 and 130kgs organic N must be deferred and reviewed.::To stress that the majority of farms in this category are small scale dry…
To propose that to keep in line with current inflation levels, investment ceilings and reference costs should be revised upwards, and costings updated at least annually.::To propose that additional items should be added, including grant aid for dribble bars, rubber mats,…
To propose that Low Emission Slurry Spreading (LESS) requirements proposed to come into effect from 1st January next year for farms stocked between 100 and 130kgs organic N must be deferred and reviewed. The majority of farms in this category are small scale dry stock farms…
1. Awareness of Oireachtas members about the new online equine e-passport system ::2. Highlight the importance of digital systems in the context of accurate animal welfare and traceability records. ::3. Need for future supports of legislation and funding to enhance equine…
Published name "Horse Sport Ireland" equals CRO name "HORSE SPORT IRELAND" (CRO 432092) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.
To propose the introduction of a voluntary agricultural Rainy-Day Fund, which allows all farmers to put aside a small percentage of their gross receipts, whether in their co-op, specially assigned bank account or State Farm Volatility Fund.::That the deferred funds could…
To propose that greater powers are given to An Rialálaí Agraibhia (Agri-Food Regulator) to address price in the food supply chain, including below cost selling.::That provision should be provided through a revision in the legislation that the regulator can compel a company to…