(Limerick West) asked the Minister for Agriculture the national situation as regards supplies of silage and hay for winter feed; if there is a risk of shortage in certain areas; and, if so, the action being taken to relieve the shortage.
Written Answers. - Fodder Supplies.
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In view of the unfavourable weather conditions which prevailed throughout the summer my Department in collaboration with ACOT has been monitoring the fodder situation on a continuing basis. Due to exceptionally fine weather during September and much of October, considerable quantities of fodder were saved and the overall supply position is now adequate for a normal winter. There may be local deficits in some areas but for the most part these areas do in any event have deficits even in normal years.