Smith explains scheme suspension decisions
He said he attached great importance to the schemes which can obviously be reviewed in the context of the estimates for next year and beyond. But he wanted to be honest and fair with the delegates by saying he could not indicate when the Government finances will be in a position to have the suspensions on both schemes lifted.
“Believe me when I say that taking these types of difficult but necessary budgetary decisions is not easy, but I am of the firm view that they are in the best interests of the country. I can assure farmers and the wider rural community of the Government’s commitment to the future of the agriculture, fisheries and food sector.
