Martin Ferris (Kerry North-West Limerick, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Is it fair to state the concerns regarding supply control are determined by the market value of the produce? Many people are concerned that an increase in production will mean the price will drop. At present milk prices are very good at 38 cent or 39 cent a litre, but just over a year ago the price was 23 cent or 24 cent a litre. Huge investment has been made on the island with regard to intensification and an increase in production.

The Minister stated he aims to submit the draft rural development plan by the end of this month, after which there will be a period of negotiation. Is it possible for the committee to have sight of this?