Ms Jenny Fisher:

The IFA recently launched a programme called Experience the Difference, which helps farmers to understand the benefits of fibre broadband. Mr. Malone made the point that we have engaged with Macra na Feirme. Seeing young farmers using fibre to identify sickness in animals and increase yield and productivity is really quite extraordinary.

In Kilkenny, 100% of farms are now ready for service, and we are seeing a take-up rate of 48%, which at this stage in the programme is above expectations.