Budget must deliver tax and funding measures for sector

Tomorrow’s budget must deliver funding for farm schemes and taxation measures to support the growth of the agriculture sector, according to the Irish Farmers Association.

Eddie Downey, president, said it is critical that funding is targeted at sectors that can provide a real return to the economy. “Funding for farm schemes will support farm incomes, underpin output and drive on-farm investment.

“Ireland needs a balanced economic recovery, and funding for agriculture will provide a direct stimulus to the rural economy,” he said.