Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Wednesday, 21 February 2024
Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Compliance with the Nitrates Directive and Implications for Ireland: Discussion (Resumed)
Tim Lombard (Fine Gael)
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I think that would be a very fair reflection regarding the farming practices, which are quite unique and powerful. When we look at Timoleague, what was achieved as a model farm for farmers was very helpful, so I would hate to hear its good name being diminished in any way. Regarding the results, however, the stocking rates have increased quite dramatically. A place such as Leitrim is totally red, according to the EPA results, with one derogation farmer. If we got rid of every bovine farmer in Leitrim tomorrow morning, would it still be red?