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Financial Resolutions 2013 - Financial Resolution No. 15: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2012)

Shane McEntee: ...the economy, which originally demanded a reduction of €114 million for next year, the Government was determined to minimise the impact of the scale of the reduction in order that the most important schemes and programmes upon which the sector relies most were protected to the greatest extent possible. I am pleased to state that through re-orientating and re-scheduling payments, the...

Seanad: Chalara fraxinea (Ash Dieback Disease): Statements (15 Nov 2012)

Shane McEntee: ...and generally burns well without drying. Early thinnings of small diameter logs are very suited to the firewood market. The planting of ash is supported by the Department under the afforestation scheme and the native woodlands scheme. The establishment grant available is up to ¤4,700 per hectare and an annual premium is also available each year for 20 years at a rate of ¤481 per...

Seanad: Farm Incomes (14 Sep 2011)

Shane McEntee: ...to answer and I have a written reply here which I will read. I know from where the Senator is coming. It is on the agenda in both Houses tonight. The one good story out there at present is agriculture, but we cannot sit on it. Prices are good for the first time in several years and, whether one is a big or small farmer, people are getting a fair price for their product. With 2020...

Seanad: Environmental Policy (1 Jun 2011)

Shane McEntee: ...paramount. Vigilance by rural dwellers must also apply to assist in identifying the lawbreakers and ensure they are brought to justice. On compensation for the damage caused to grazing lands and agricultural fencing, my Department does not intend to compensate farmers for the damage caused during this spate of wildfires. Damage to property is a matter for individual farmers and I...