Farming for Water: Small steps will make a big difference

“We are at a really important point in terms of water quality in the country."

Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue with Teagasc director Frank O’Mara at the launch of the ‘Better Farming for Water’ campaign. Picture: John Ohle

No farming sector will be immune from taking action on water quality, Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has warned as crunchtime efforts begin to save Ireland’s nitrates derogation ahead of the 2025 review.

Mr McConalogue told attendees at the launch of Teagasc’s ‘Better Farming for Water campaign: Eight Actions for Change’ that the project was one of the most important he would attend as minister.