Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent)
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499. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding the targeted agricultural modernisation scheme 2 programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30802/15]

Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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The range of investment items included under the various TAMS measures was informed by the SWOT and needs analyses undertaken as part of the development of the new Rural Development Programme, as well as by an extensive consultation process with the various stakeholders. The funding of the investment item referred to did not emerge as a priority from that process. However, I will keep the matter under review. In addition, I would like to point out that all eligible sheep farmers can currently benefit from grant aid for a range of investments under the various TAMS II Schemes. Approvals remain valid for an extended period of time, thus enabling farmers ample time to arrange the necessary financing.