asked the Minister for Lands if he has been informed that the former kelp-burners of Renvyle, Connemara, desire to use their seaweed this year in the making of kelp; and, if so, whether it is his intention to arrange for his Department to buy any kelp they may make, or any specified quantity of such kelp.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Purchase of Kelp.
The purchase of kelp in Renvyle or in any other district is dependent on a market being available for it—there is no market for kelp at present. If the situation should change, the matter will receive immediate consideration.