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 highlight that sheep farmers are affected by the irresponsible behaviour of some dog owners more than any other sector.::To recognise that Comhairle na Tuaithe and its stakeholders (such as Leave no Trace and others) a lot of time and resources is being put into championing…
To discuss current issues affecting Irish Farming
To highlight that farming is more than an occupation in Ireland. It is a way of life that shapes our rural communities, our economy, and our national identity. But behind pride, tradition, and hard work, there is a growing and pressing concern the mental health and wellbeing of…
Support for the continuation of ACA programmes in ACRES and Organics and a new programme for Nitrates and Agri Environment Specialists to assist with the vast private sector client base. Also, ACA submitted their views on other EU and National farm programmes.
To highlight concerns surrounding the implementation of GAEC2
Published name "The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association" has no legal form. "IRISH NATURA & HILL FARMERS ASSOCIATION COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 560101) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.
To oppose the introduction of any mandatory restrictions on peat soils. The Ministers must defer any implementation of Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition (GAEC -2) in 2025 and ensure that the upcoming EU Simplification Package no longer makes GAEC-2 a condition of…
That the Government must redouble its efforts to lobby for the retention of the Derogation, honour its commitments on nutrient storage, and continue to focus on improving water quality from all sources.
That the Minister must meet with IFA to agree on and implement a consistent and adequately resourced TB scheme, including dealing with infected wildlife, in all counties
To highlight that there is a specific challenge in maintaining Ireland's Protected Zone status for the bacterial pest Fireblight, bark beetles and all other pests.
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,
To highlight that a River Basin Management Plan for Ireland published this week shows the amount of work that is ongoing nationally and at farm level within the agricultural sector to improve water quality.::To highlight that the breadth of new measures and actions that have…
Meeting with politicians at the National Ploughing Championships and discussing farm policy issues.
Meetings with Taoiseach, Tanaiste, Ministers and other DPOs to discuss Veterinary Ireland's concerns with the implementation of the legislation and associated Draft Statutory Instrument (SI).::To discuss Veterinary Ireland's concerns on Anti-Microbial / Anti-Parasitic…
To improve the outcome for Pedigree and suckler farmers.
To highlight how the proposed increases in the non-domestic water tariffs will disproportionately impact the most vulnerable of farm families, extensive farmers on fragmented holdings with multiple water connections.::To highlight that the latest Teagasc Farm Survey , which was…