Proposed changes to Eco Scheme a 'meaningless measure'

Farming organisations have pushed back against the proposed changes to the Eco Scheme, saying the removal of previously approved actions within the scheme 'dilute' farmers' efforts

Hedgerows, which have been previously included in the Eco-Scheme, have been removed with the proposed changes.

Farming organisations have pushed back against the proposed Eco Scheme amendments, some calling it a “meaningless measure”, and others calling for a reversal.

Commenting on the proposed changes to the scheme, the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association (ICMSA) questioned how these changes work with the "simplification agenda".