Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)

Food Vision 2030 looks to protect and build on Ireland's global reputation as a trusted supplier of high-quality, safe and sustainable food to consumers both at home and abroad. As I noted, 90% of what we produce is exported. Irish agrifood has been successful in accessing and developing new market opportunities both locally and in the international markets. Diversifying and developing markets will continue to be a priority. Our new Ministers are working very hard in this area.

Food Vision 2030 aims for the sector to reach €21 billion in exports by 2030, with this growth driven by a steady growth in export value rather than volume. The strategy recognises the challenges but also the opportunities and has a clear vision of Ireland being a world leader in sustainable food systems. The Government continues to support farmers under the €9.8 billion CAP strategic plan and via specific sectoral supports. It is very positive to see the Teagasc national farm survey preliminary results estimating that the average farm income in 2024 rose by 87%, with the 2025 income forecasts also positive. These are real present-day figures.

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