Non-essential farm inspections paused as farmers face fodder pressure

"I have asked my department to pause farm inspections not specifically required to support payments until April 22."

Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has also requested for Teagasc to establish a system for co-ordinating advisory supports to help farmers maximise existing fodder stocks.

Non-essential farm inspections are being paused, Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has confirmed. 

The minister said he is "extremely conscious" of the pressure on farmers as a result of continuing and exceptional adverse weather conditions.