Beef Welfare Scheme increased to €75/calf, overall sheep payment to increase to €25/ewe
With Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue said to still be involved in negotiations, it is expected farmers across most enterprises will gain in today’s Budget. Photo: PA
Agriculture is poised for a major windfall in today’s Budget as the Government prepares to unveil new incentives for farmers ahead of an expected general election.
The Farming Independent understands funding will increase to over €2bn for the first time as both Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil move to shore up the crucial farmer vote.
