asked the Minister for Agriculture if he is aware that farmers in south Kerry can only keep pedigree bulls; if, having regard to the requirements of the Kenmare, Sneem, Caherciveen areas, County Kerry, he will allow farmers to keep any breed of bull they wish; and if he will make a statement on the matter, having regard to the fact that these are disadvantaged areas.
Written Answers. - Breeding of Bulls.
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Since the abolition of bull licensing in January 1983 there has been no restriction on the use of bulls for breeding purposes. I will, however, shortly be introducing a Bill in Dáil Éireann the effect of which will be to prohibit the use for breeding purposes of bulls other than pure-bred bulls registered in the herd book of their breed. It is not envisaged that any area in the country would be excluded from the provisions of the proposed legislation.