Dr. Anita Donaghy:

I agree entirely with the Deputy. We work very closely with the Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association and are partners with it in several projects. We share the Deputy's opinion that these low intensity farming systems need to be protected. It is not current Government policy, which is all towards intensification and expansion of the dairy industry. We are doing our best to get our voice heard but at the moment, Government policy is unfortunately not with us.