Bernard J. Durkan
Question:68 Mr. Durkan asked the Taoiseach the numbers in the national dairy herd; the numbers five years ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13816/99]
Written Answers. - National Dairy Herd.
The following table outlines the numbers in the national dairy herd on 1 December 1998 along with comparable estimates for 1993.
|
Year |
Numbers of Dairy Cows |
|
1 December 1998 |
1,276,500 |
|
1 December 1993 |
1,274,100 |
Source: CSO December Agricultural Survey.