Seán Canney (Galway East, Independent)
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800. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on the need to re-establish the Irish wool council to address a series of matters (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31501/20]

Charlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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Wool production is an important component of agri-industry and Ireland produces excellent quality wool.  In an industry such as the wool industry where prices tend to move in cycles, it is imperative that the players ensure and promote a diversity of options for the product in the market place. The current market uncertainties should provide an impetus for the industry players to come together to see what business opportunities are out there and try to promote the excellent product in as many markets as possible. 

As set out in the Programme for Government, I propose a review of the potential demand in domestic and international markets for wool-based products such as insulation and fertilisers. I will publish further details of the format of this review in the coming weeks.

 In addition, €100,000 has been allocated for a feasibility study on the wool market.