Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
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To highlight that the Green Public Procurement Strategy and Action Plan requires that a minimum of 10% of food purchased via public procurement must now be certified organic. While it is positive that the strategy calls for additional organic produce to be used, it does not…
To provide key insights into the development of the next Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the future direction of the overall EU budget, as determined by the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF).::To invite the Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and the Marine to be…
To ask Irish MEPs, with the second round of CAP Simplification Measures expected soon, to advocate within the Commission for greater acknowledgement of existing on-farm action/restrictions with regard to the protection of Peatlands/Wetlands taking place on Irish farms, and for…
To welcome the introduction of a compulsory Housing Order for Poultry and Captive Birds, which takes effect today.::To emphasise the importance of this measure and that this Housing Order is a critical step in safeguarding both commercial and backyard poultry flocks from the…
To acknowledge, as a positive step, the establishment of the Plant Health and Biosecurity Stakeholder Network.::To highlight that there is a specific challenge in maintaining Ireland's Protected Zone status for the bacterial pest Fireblight.::To emphasise that Ireland no longer…
To welcome the expanded Accelerated Capital Allowance scheme for farm safety equipment, announced by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon and Minister of State with responsibility for Farm Safety Michael Healy-Rae, as a positive step.
That the Government and MEPs must honour their commitments to stand up for farmers and defend their interests by opposing the current Mercosur trade deal.::To discuss farmers' concerns with the Minister for Finance.
Proactive approach to prevent future crises. Meeting with all stakeholders. DOT to take action to address the situation. DOT to implement the proposed financial support measures. Meeting request. Insure Holyhead issues remain under scrutiny. Meeting request. Adequate charges.…
Published name "Irish Road Haulage Association" equals CRO name "IRISH ROAD HAULAGE ASSOCIATION" (CRO 43035) 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 have the DPO include Threshold's recommendations and observations in the final Programme for Government.
Published name "Threshold" equals CRO name "THRESHOLD" (CRO 70660) 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.
That the Minister for Agriculture should immediately pay all ACRES participants who have not received payment with an upfront payment from national funds to be rebalanced later,
Continued inclusion of poultry farmers in the Flat Rate VAT (FRA)::To meet with the Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine to discuss issues around the Flat Rate VAT Scheme
To announce the selection of 30 participants for IFA's national 'Ready to Lead 2025' programme.::This initiative aims to develop the next generation of leaders within the farming community, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to effectively navigate and influence policy…
To consider applying to become a member of the working group on primary producers.::To take part in the working group on primary producers which aims to ensure that agricultural, forestry and fisheries sectors benefit from their involvement in innovative bio-based value chains…
To take part in consultation regarding the best approach that the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine can lead, enable and regulate the sector in a way that optimises its contribution to social, economic and environmental sustainability.::To share views regarding any…
To ensure that details of the suckler cow scheme for 2025, funded by the national exchequer, have been confirmed in a meeting with the Department of Agriculture. When combined with the SCEP, the scheme brings total direct supports for suckler cows up to €225/cow for the first 22…