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Dáil
‹ Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Fodder Crisis.

Vouchers for farmers who bought fodder

Summary

Kitt sought extra vouchers for farmers who bought fodder but now faced disease-related herd restrictions; Deasy said he could not provide them.

In view of the fact that the Minister has confirmed in the case of farmers who bought in fodder that it was not included in the scheme, some farmers who have done this now find that their herds are locked up because of disease. Does the Minister not consider that these farmers are in great difficulty? Would he consider giving them vouchers or even doubling the vouchers in very difficult cases?

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This is the subject of another question which we will not reach. The answer is no, I cannot do it. It is too great a risk.

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