Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

Teagasc has plenty of money. A more modern approach to farming must be taken and this can be reflected in many ways. The smaller farmer could be as adept as the larger farmer at adopting the new approach. The Department's role in providing support will be examined. We will also examine the way in which the role of Teagasc will change because farming has changed. The three Ministers will discuss these issues with the Teagasc board in the next fortnight.

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