Young Farmers Scheme Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 12 April 2017

Wednesday, 12 April 2017

Ceisteanna (309)

Michael Healy-Rae

Ceist:

309. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on a matter (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18372/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine

In order to qualify for the 2017 Young Farmers' Scheme, applicants must have successfully completed a recognised course of education in agriculture giving rise to an award at FETAC Level 6 or its equivalent by the 15th May 2017.

There is no restriction on the date of award of the relevant educational qualification from previous years. The full list of agricultural educational qualifications equivalent to FETAC Level 6 for the purposes of eligibility for the 2017 Young Farmers Scheme is set out at Appendix A of the scheme Terms and Conditions on my Department’s website. Enquiries in relation to the Young Farmers Scheme can also be made to my Department at lo-call 0761 064 420 or by e-mail to [e-mail].