asked the Minister for Agriculture if he proposes to introduce a subsidy for Irish draught mares in view of the efforts to develop the horse industry.
Written Answers. - Draught Mare Subsidy.
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Bord na gCapall is responsible for the development of the non-thoroughbred horse industry and the question of any support for Irish draught mares is a matter for that body. An incentive scheme for selected registered Irish draught mares which produce live foals from registered Irish draught stallions is in fact operated by the board.