IFA seeks extra €500m yearly to protect farm sector
03/05/2006 - 12:48:42The Irish Farmers' Association is seeking an extra €500m from the Government every year to protect the future of the agriculture sector.
The association proposed a range of initiatives including new tax-relief schemes, improved early-retirement options, extra financial aid for young farmers and a modernisation programme to improve competitiveness.
The IFA says this would cost around €500m every year, but would protect a vital part of the Irish economy that employs tens of thousands of people.
The association is also seeking a one-off investment of €100m over three years to improve efficiency in the dairy sector.
