Seanad debates
Wednesday, 6 November 2002
Agriculture and Food: Statements.
I urge the Minister to take cognisance of the fact that young farmers are no longer considering careers in farming. I urge him to look at the appalling vista in Irish agriculture and to ensure as far as he can that the schemes available for young farmers are safeguarded, that the funding which is allowed for such schemes is kept to an optimum. I hope when the Minister returns from Brussels following successful CAP negotiations, he will have a package that is worthwhile for Irish farmers.
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