€30m Fodder Support Scheme launched for 2023

The 2023 fodder scheme builds on this year's scheme which had over 71,000 applicants.

Only farmers who have been accepted into the 2022 Fodder Support Scheme are eligible to apply for the 2023 scheme.

Farmers can now apply for the €30m Fodder Support Scheme for 2023.

The 2023 scheme is a continuance of the 2022 Fodder Support Scheme and aims to incentivise farmers, in particular drystock farmers, to grow more fodder - silage and/or hay - next year to ensure the country does not have any animal welfare issues.