Michael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I fully acknowledge the Deputy's points. Even in my own constituency on the heavier ground, I know underfoot grazing conditions have deteriorated and that although there is still substantial grass cover because of the mild wet weather, it is not suitable for letting cattle out on. In parts of the country, cattle have been kept inside for a protracted period.

I have asked Teagasc to monitor closely the situation on the ground through its network of advisers. We estimate that there is sufficient fodder across the country-----

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