Ms Rose Mary McDonagh:

I am national chair of the farm business committee and the first woman in the role. It was a significant challenge. I am in my fourth year and to get that was a brilliant opportunity. There are as many women helping out in the day-to-day running of farms as there are farmers. They provide huge support. TAMS for women in farming presents a significant opportunity for women who want to make improvements or invest in their farms. There is a 60% grant rate. We acknowledge that bringing this in was a great achievement by the Government. We are looking at the fine detail and the terms and conditions that will make it as easy as possible to avail of. It is for women between the ages of 40 and 65. It represents a great opportunity for many women to use TAMS and invest in their farms.