I propose to take Questions Nos. 771 and 773 together.
Details of the 2022 dairy beef calf measure are currently being finalised and will be announced shortly.
In relation to future of the scheme in 2023 and beyond, as the Deputy may be aware, a continuation of this measure is proposed as part of Ireland's CAP strategic plan which was submitted to the EU Commission at the end of 2021. The details of the measure will be announced following the ongoing EU and national approvals processes for the CAP Strategic Plan.
However, in the context of the design of the scheme, consideration is always given to the need for both continuity of support for farmers and the collection of comprehensive performance data for the national herd to achieve policy objectives.
In relation to funding allocations, rates payable under the dairy beef calf measure are developed on the principle of costs incurred and income foregone. Rates for this and similar schemes are subject to ongoing review in my Department.