Afforestation Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 November 2010

Thursday, 4 November 2010

Questions (30)

Margaret Conlon

Question:

30 Deputy Margaret Conlon asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the value of the financial approvals for the autumn forestry planting that he announced recently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40765/10]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Deputy Brendan Smith)

The estimated cost for establishment grants and first premiums for the 1500 hectares approved for this autumn's planting programme is approximately €5.6 million.