Holly Cairns (Cork South West, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

It is fair to say that despite a long tradition of wool produce in Ireland, the wool sector has been significantly underappreciated and undervalued in recent times. Instead of having a robust and innovative rural sector, low prices and other uncertainties and Government policies have negatively impacted on sheep farmers and the wool industry. I recognise the progress made with the feasibility report and the wool council, but what measures is the Minister of State putting in place to support the sector?

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