Cork farming blueprint planned as councillors warn of €130m risk to county’s economy

Cork County Council and academics will draft a new agriculture strategy, with a strong focus on dairy, rural economy and food security

They are expected to focus on the true value of agriculture, particularly the booming dairy sector, to the region.

Academics and Cork County Council will draft a blueprint to provide the agricultural sector with targeted infrastructure and economic support.

They are expected to focus on the true value of agriculture, particularly the booming dairy sector, to the region. Once completed, the plan will serve as an economic strategy for the council and form a core part of its corporate plan for supporting the industry.