Tim Lombard (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I spoke too fast. Another issue is preparation for next year. We have depleted our resources. Every shed has been emptied in the past few weeks. We must start discussing preparation for next year. We must have a programme in place such that Teagasc can talk to farmers to ensure that enough resources are put in place. If there is another bad winter, we will have nothing in reserve. Next year could be worse unless we start planning for it now.