Written answer
Agriculture Supports
Ireland is assessing how to distribute its €15.3 million share of EU emergency aid to farmers facing increased fertiliser and energy costs.
304. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if financial support will be provided to farmers in respect of the purchasing of chemical fertiliser. [66256/26]
Comment on this
The European Commission announced at the end of July 2026 an EU exceptional aid package for farmers impacted by increased fertiliser and energy costs as a result of the Middle East crisis. The EU package totalled €540m, of which Ireland has been allocated €15.3m.
A possible mechanism to disperse this funding to farmers most impacted by increased input costs, including fertiliser costs, in a timely manner is being assessed.
Any details of a proposed scheme will be announced when it finalised and approved.