Charlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I congratulate the Minister of State, Deputy Andrew Doyle, on retaining his post. We have debates and disagreements in the Chamber at times, but I think his appointment is merited and I wish him well in continuing in the role.

My question is particularly in light of the recent Teagasc farm income survey report, which highlights a 10% reduction in average farm incomes last year. What measures do the Minister and the Minister of State plan to take to address the issue of struggling incomes in the farming sector and, in particular, what measures will be taken to protect the primary producer in the food chain?

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