Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
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Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.
That all payments to farmers must be maintained at their current levels where a transitionary period is required.::To extend and fully fund all the current farm schemes (ACRES, ANC, SCEP, SIS, Organics, KT, TAMS, etc.) and reopen these schemes where existing contracts have…
To propose that a stakeholder group is established to build on the findings of the Enterprise Ireland report on re-establishing a native flour industry.::That capital support grants must be provided to support existing flour mills and those in the development pipeline.
To emphasise that the current ability under legislation to undertake prescribed or controlled burning must be maintained without additional restrictions or conditions. Clarification at local level is required to remove any mis-interpretation following the passing of Waste…
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 emphasise that farmers must be treated fairly, with respect, dignity, professionalism and efficiency at all times.::To propose that the level of ongoing monitoring of on-farm activities must be proportionate and similar to that afforded to other employment cohorts.::That the…
That the proposed principles under the soil health law must include safeguards that ensure the law does not negatively impact farmers livelihoods in the short-term by increasing operational costs and reducing productivity. These safeguards are not included in current…
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…
To propose a full overhaul of the Agri Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES), and a new ‘Whole-Farm Environmental Scheme', similar to the Rural Environment Protection Scheme (REPS), with a minimum payment of €15,000 per farm introduced, and higher payments for hill farmers,…
To propose that the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) should fully investigate and address the genuine concerns of farmers to avoid constrained adoption of protected urea at farm level.::That any suggested deadline regarding the removal of straight urea…
To propose that data within the Fertiliser Register needs to be real-time (updated more regularly by input suppliers), with the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) providing farmers with live legal permitted amounts of fertiliser that can be spread on-farm…
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.
1. Showcase the use of public funds to the Minister as part of the National Breeding Services programme::2. Impress upon the Representatives the need for additional funding for integrity measures & integrity programmes as part of the National Breeding Services to support all…
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 credits must be provided to farmers on Farm Assist prior to 2007, when they were ineligible to make PRSI contributions under the scheme.::That the Rural Social Scheme Means review must be undertaken at 3 yearly intervals, instead of the current annual…
To propose a support package/funding available to farmers to carry out quad safety training courses on their farms.::To propose that under the current flat rate review, IFA is seeking inclusion, under a separate category, of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to minimise risk…