Martin Kenny (Sligo-Leitrim, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I agree that the scheme could achieve much more. The core issue is that it is extremely complex and needs to be simplified for many farmers. Unfortunately, certainly in my part of the country, many farmers find the scheme extremely complex and some are opting out of it for this reason. The Department has an opportunity to engage with farmers to simplify the process. "Simplification" is a buzzword we often hear, even when we visit Brussels, and it would not be hard to simplify the BDGP. All the Department needs to do is indicate to farmers which cows are eligible and not eligible alongside the star ratings. The current system is complex and farmers must try to work it out for themselves. My proposal could be easily implemented.

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