438. Deputy Robert O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the measurable targets contained within the National Strategy for Horticulture 2023–2027 that have been achieved to date; which targets remain behind schedule, in tabular form.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54763/26]

The National Strategy for Horticulture 2023-2027 sets down a clear vision to grow a more profitable, value-added sector, driven by innovation and sustainability and provides a road map for the sector to achieve this potential. The strategy outlines eight key strategic actions to drive change and growth across all sub-sectors of horticulture including attracting new entrants into the sector.

To ensure the strategy remains on track to deliver the industry's shared vision and aligned with the Food Vision 2030 strategy, a mid-term review consultation was carried out during 2025 and concluded with publication of the final Mid Term Review Report Q4 2025 National_Strategy_for_Horticulture_mid_term_review_final_1.pdf (www.assets.gov.ie/static/documents/adfc069a/National_Strategy_for_Horticulture_mid_term_review_final_1.pdf)

Each year my Department also reports to the Food Vision 2030's High Level Implementation Committee on progress in the implementation of the National Horticulture Strategy.

Significant progress has been achieved across all areas. Furthermore, the farm gate value of the sector has increased from €529 million in 2023 to €652 million in 2025 and is on course to exceed the target of €688 million by the end of 2027.

National Strategy for Horticulture 2023-2027 – Progress on Key targets