John Moloney
Question:43 Mr. Moloney asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Rural Development the number of farmers who have responded to date under the herd reconciliation census of cattle on farms at the end of December 2000; the number of applications still outstanding; the actions being taken to encourage and remind farmers of the importance of having accurate and up-dated herd records; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4149/01]