Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 September 2014
84. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will increase the forestry grant per acre rate for farmers beyond the current rate in the draft plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36102/14]
View answerThe new draft forestry programme covering the period 2014–2020 is currently undergoing a second round of consultation. Written submissions can be submitted up to the 13th October 2014. Further details are available on the Department's website www.agriculture.gov.ie
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The process of drafting this new programme included a detailed review of existing grant rates which involved submissions from various representative groups. While higher grant rates were being sought by certain stakeholders, the Department’s own analysis showed that the proposed levels of support are sufficient at this point in time.
