Farm Improvement Scheme.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 July 2008

Thursday, 10 July 2008

Ceisteanna (523)

Michael Creed

Ceist:

517 Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the progress made on the programme for Government proposal to aid grain storage through the farm improvement programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28571/08]

Freagraí scríofa

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

The Farm Improvement Scheme provided grant-aid for the installation of bins and silos (but excluding dedicated stores) for grain storage at a standard grant-rate of 40% up to a maximum eligible investment ceiling of €120,000.

Question No. 518 answered with Question No. 495.