Current dispute must be resolved without delay –  Brendan Smith TD

Cavan Monaghan TD Brendan Smith has today through further Parliamentary Questions in the Dáil to the Taoiseach highlighted the need for a properly funded Common Agricultural Policy post 2027.

“The Common Agricultural Policy is essential to ensure a secure supply of safe food for the citizens of Europe and is also an essential income support for farmers.

“A secure supply of food and a vibrant farming and agricultural sector are essential elements, not just of the rural economy, but of the national economy.

“Our Food Export Markets have been hard earned.  Individual farmers have gone above and beyond to ensure world class standards in animal husbandry and food production.  This has been backed up by the State with major financial investment provided over many years.

“The current dispute between Bord Bia and farmers needs to be resolved urgently.  This requires immediate dialogue between farmers and Bord Bia. 

“Those talks must be undertaken in good faith so that we can continue with our other important work in ensuring a Multi-Annual Financial Framework that will underpin a properly funded CAP and the sustainability of our agricultural sector into the future,” said Deputy Brendan Smith.