Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 December 2009
302 Deputy Michael D’Arcy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the length of time the milk quota of a deceased dairy farmer remains with the family after death prior to reverting back to the Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47228/09]
View answerWhere there are no deliveries made against a milk quota during two consecutive milk quota years (1 April to 31 March) the milk quota reverts to the national reserve with effect from the 1 April in the third year. This milk quota can be returned to the successor if they become a producer within two years of the date of reversion. However, due to the length of time that it can take to grant probate, the milk quota will not be taken into the national reserve while the affairs of the estate are still being settled.
