Results 2,101-2,120 of 24,020 for speaker:Charlie McConalogue

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: As the deputy is aware, there was unprecedented demand under the Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) Tranche 1. This is a reflection of the interest amongst farmers in taking on actions to address climate, biodiversity, and environmental issues. In response to this ambition by farmers, I ensured that all eligible Tranche 1 applications were approved, with just under 46,000 active...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Greenhouse Gas Emissions (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: Ireland is one of the most food secure countries in the world. In fact, Ireland has come second of 113 countries assessed for food security, according to the latest Global Food Security Index. The issue of maintaining food production has been the subject of much discussion in the context of the Government's economy-wide target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030. My position...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Forestry Sector (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: The management of forestry plantations is ultimately the responsibility of the owner of the land in question. Where the landowner is no longer under contract with my Department in relation to their forestry plantation, it is for the landowner to decide how and when they carry out general maintenance on their lands and there is no requirement to notify or seek approval from my Department under...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Forestry Sector (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: The Forestry Programme 2023-2027 provides a range of schemes to support the maintenance and management of forests. Recognising the importance of managing forests the €1.3 billion Forestry Programme provides a range of measures to support forest owners. For example, my Department has launched a forest roads scheme that facilitates the construction of new forest roads to support...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: North-South Ministerial Council (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: I look forward to the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) meetings returning after more than two years in abeyance. It is my wish that these meetings should recommence shortly. The revival of regular NSMC meetings means that the Government and the Northern Ireland Executive will be able to continue to have the important conversations necessary to share experience and consider our...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: The person named submitted an application under the Dairy Equipment Scheme of TAMS II. An approval to commence investment works issued on 31 March 2023, with works to be completed and claim submitted online before the expiry date of 31 March 2024. To date a claim for payment has not been submitted by the applicant or their advisor. Farmers who qualify for grant aid under TAMS are grant...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Veterinary Services (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: The financial supports available to private veterinary practitioners for the treatment of Ukrainian pets ceased on 1st of July 2023. Notice of the cessation of the scheme was circulated by email to any practice that engaged with the Department, and was also posted on the Department's website on June 29th, 2023. From 1st July 2023, all special emergency arrangements that were in place for...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Veterinary Services (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: My Department paid €38,155.70 to Private Veterinary Practitioners who registered with my Department in relation to work they carried out on ensuring pets entering Ireland from the Ukraine met the relevant requirements. This is included in the €808,131.51 figure. From 1st July 2023, all special emergency arrangements that were in place for pets entering Ireland from the...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Brexit Supports (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: I established the Seafood Sector Task Force in March 2021 to examine the impacts of Brexit/the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement on our fishing sector and coastal communities. Support schemes were developed in line with the recommendations set out in the Seafood Task Force report of October 2021 so as to ensure a profitable and sustainable fishing fleet, and to identify opportunities for...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: The Deputy will be aware that taxation policy is primarily the responsibility of my colleague, the Minister for Finance, and that the Office of the Revenue Commissioners has responsibility for the operation of the taxation system. The Deputy may also be aware that thresholds for SUSI applications is a matter for Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI), who operate the National Student Grant...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Industry (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: In 2022, Ireland secured an extension to our Nitrates Derogation covering the period to 2022-2025. Ireland's Nitrates Derogation has therefore not ended. Ireland is legally entitled to apply for a further derogation from 2026.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Industry (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: My Department operates a robust system of official controls so that Irish beef and dairy output can successfully compete nationally and internationally. Food security, food safety and nutrition are central to Food Vision 2030, the overarching strategy for the future development of the Irish agri-food sector. With regard to food safety and hygiene controls, the role of my Department is to...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Beef Sector (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: The CSO Livestock Survey presents data on the number of cattle, sheep and pigs in the country. The most recent results for December 2023 show a continuing contraction in the size of the national beef breeding herd relative to the corresponding periods since 2020 and reflects structural changes in the cattle sector. Beef cow data for the last four years is presented in the table below. ...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Dairy Sector (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: I am confident that the outlook for the Irish dairy industry remains very positive. The Irish dairy industry is one of our largest and most viable industries. Our livestock farmers and the dairy sector is already very sustainable but it is my aim to build a stronger and more sustainable future for farmers and the subsequent generations of farmers. One of the standout aspects of Food...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Forestry Sector (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: I am pleased to advise that following the receipt of State Aid approval from the European Commission and the conclusion of the relevant environmental processes, the €1.3bn funded Forestry Programme 2023-2027 was adopted by Government on the 06th September 2023. The new afforestation scheme also opened for applications on this same day. The afforestation scheme 2023-2027 does...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Supports (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: This information was supplied to the Deputy in August 2023 in response to a similar question. Farm supports are still being provided through the CAP Strategic Plan (2023 - 2027) (CSP) and as there has been no significant changes to the CSP since that time the information has not materially changed. The comparisons between the budgetary allocations for the CAP Strategic Plan (CSP) and the...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Fishing Industry (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: I can assure the Deputy that my Department constantly monitors the needs of the fisheries sector. Along with regularly meeting with representatives of the sector, holding formal consultations and attending public forums, we monitor developments in key economic indicators. My Department prepares and publishes an Annual Review and Outlook (ARO), which provides up-to-date information and...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Brexit Issues (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: My Department continues to closely monitor the impacts of Brexit for the Irish agri-food sector. This includes reviewing the implementation of the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement which sets out the basis for the post Brexit relationship between the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU). The outworking of Brexit is continuing to have impacts on the trading environment...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Supports (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: This Government has prioritised farm safety, health and wellbeing. Dedicated funding of €2.5m was allocated in Budget 2024 for a range of initiatives including initiatives to support increased awareness of the importance of mental health among farmers. My Department, along with the HSE and the Department of Health, has co-funded a farmers physical and mental health awareness programme...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Sheepmeat Sector (22 Feb 2024)

Charlie McConalogue: Irish sheepmeat was exported to more than 30 markets last year, which is testament to the world-class product produced on our farms. Sheep production is a vital source of income for many farmers, particularly in upland areas, and provided the raw material for the export of over 65,000 tonnes of sheepmeat worth €420m last year. The value of sheepmeat exports held relatively stable...