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Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Farm Inspections (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The person named was the subject of an inspection carried out by Kerry County Council in January 2016, the results of which were cross-reported to my Department as required under EU Regulations. The inspection identified non-compliances with the cross compliance requirements under the Nitrates Regulations relating to the inadequate collection and management of soiled...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Scheme Payments (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: Under the EU Regulations governing GLAS and other area-based payment schemes, a comprehensive administrative check, including cross-checks with the Land Parcel Identification System, must be completed before any payment can issue. The issue that arose during this process in relation to the Traditional Hay Meadow action is actively being examined by Department officials.  It is...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Scheme Penalties (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: An application under the 2015 Basic Payment/Areas of Natural Constraint Scheme was received in my Department from the person named on 7 July 2016, thus incurring a 100% late penalty.  My Department is currently reviewing the matter and a decision will issue shortly to the person named

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Forestry Grants (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The Reconstitution Scheme (Windblow) was launched on the 6th September 2016. The scheme provides financial aid to land owners whose plantations were damaged by storm force winds that occurred between 5th December 2013 and 12th February 2014, with the most severe windstorm, named ‘Storm Darwin’, on 12th February 2014. A maximum grant of €1,700/hectare up to a total of 10...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: TAMS Eligibility (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: 40% grants are available to farmers to build milking parlours under TAMS II (Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme). Young Qualified Farmers are eligible for 60% grants. Interested applicants should make an application on line and all information in relation to the scheme including Terms and Conditions, Specifications and Frequently asked Questions are readily available on my...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: TAMS Applications (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The applicant in question submitted an application on 26 June 2016 for Animal Housing under the Animal Welfare, Safety and Nutrient Storage Scheme of TAMS II, tranche three. His application has passed the administration checks and will be going to the next stage which is the Ranking and Selection of applications in the near future.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: TAMS Applications (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The applicant in question applied on 28 September 2016 for a mass concrete tank and animal housing. The tranche closed on 30 September 2016. All of the applications received in this tranche will go through the administrative checks in the first instance before proceeding to the ranking and selection process. Applications which are considered eligible but which are not successful in a...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Departmental Funding (6 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: There are twelve State Bodies under the aegis of my Department of which seven are in receipt of annual funding. The 2016 allocations are detailed in the table: State Body Allocations Aquaculture Licensing Appeals Board Nil Bord Bia € 32.492m Bord Iascaigh Mhara € 39.680m Bord na gCon € 14.8m Coillte Nil Horse Racing Ireland € 59.2m Irish...

Topical Issue Debate: Agriculture Schemes (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: I ask the Deputy to reflect on the following point. It is difficult, and that which can be salvaged at this stage may be a small fraction. However, if I were to introduce a fund, every endeavour to salvage whatever is salvageable would cease. I want to ensure the endeavour continues. This point was made at the forum today and was reflected in contributions from all sides. Until we have a...

Topical Issue Debate: Agriculture Schemes (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: I thank Deputy McConalogue for raising this issue and for giving me an opportunity to address the House in respect of it. I fully acknowledge and accept that ongoing difficulties are being experienced by the farming community, not least our tillage farmers. This sector is very important in the agricultural economy but it has been a challenging year in terms of both market returns and...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Public Sector Staff Retirements (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The Department did not pay out any pension lump sums outside of those paid by the Payroll Shared Services (previously the Department of Finance) for the period 2013-2015.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Forestry Grants (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The review requested by the Deputy has been carried out. The person in question was notified by letter dated 14thSeptember 2016 that a decision had been made by the Department to reduce the area payable on the contract from 3.79 hectares to 3.40 hectares. In carrying out the review the Department has acted in a very reasonable and fair manner towards the applicant. While the...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Dairy Sector (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: I am fully aware of the pressures on farmers right now and I have committed to working with all the stakeholders, both at national and EU level, to address these issues and ensure that we continue to have a sustainable and resilient sector. In order to address the ongoing difficulties in the Dairy markets at EU and international level, the Commission presented a further package of measures...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Basic Payment Scheme Appeals (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The person named submitted a 2015 Private Contract Clause application to my Department seeking the transfer of land and entitlements by lease as transferee.  This application was not successful and the person named was notified in writing and offered the opportunity to have this decision reviewed.  The request for review was received from the person named and following consideration...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Basic Payment Scheme Appeals (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The Agriculture Appeals Office has confirmed that an appeal was received from the person named. The file and a statement have been received from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and has been assigned to an Appeals Officer. The Appeals Officer will be in direct contact with the person named regarding the appeal. All of the facts of the case will be fully...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agri-Environment Options Scheme Appeals (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: A request to terminate the AEOS contract under the provisions of Force Majeure as set out in the Terms and Conditions of the Scheme was received on 27 May 2016. A letter issued to the person named on 4 July 2016 denying this request. The person named was also afforded the opportunity to appeal this decision to the independent Agriculture Appeals Office if they...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Greyhound Industry (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: I propose to take Questions Nos. 210 and 211 together. I am aware of recent media reports alleging mistreatment of dogs including greyhounds in China. Nine greyhounds were exported from Ireland to that destination earlier this year. There is no evidence to suggest that any of these greyhounds were mistreated. However, on foot of these exports, officials of my Department met with...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Scheme Payments (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: My Department has examined approximately 400 cases in which invoices were submitted from one particular supplier to verify and support claims under the non-productive capital investment action of AEOS. It is known that in some cases the invoices submitted were for amounts greater than those actually paid by the participants. Funding provided under the scheme comes partly from the EU and...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Public Trusts (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The Public Trustee at Government Buildings, Farnham Street, Cavan holds funds in trust for the repair and maintenance of part of the embankment at Fenit Island. The funds currently held include stock retained in Government Bonds with a nominal value of €5112.92 and an amount of €1,210.16 held on deposit. The selling of stock involves the deduction of stockbroker fees,...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Scheme Penalties (5 Oct 2016)

Michael Creed: The AEOS application associated with the Herd Number quoted commenced on 1 November 2011. Payment issued for the 2011-2014 Scheme years. Under the EU Regulations governing the Scheme and other area-based payment schemes, a comprehensive administrative check, including cross-checks with the Land Parcel Identification System, must be completed before any payment can issue.  The...