Ryan pushing for extra supports for farmers who 'go green'

"We will have to pay people to do what we need to have done with our land to improve our water quality, reduce emissions, and improve by biodiversity," said Environment Minister Eamon Ryan.

Environment Minister Eamon Ryan said it is going to be 'a year of engagement' for the Green Party, 'particularly with the farming community'. Picture: Stephen Collins/Collins Photos

Eamon Ryan is pushing for extra financial supports for farmers who 'go green' as part of next month's budget.

The Green Party leader has admitted that convincing farmers to change their practices is difficult, given the fact that the science on climate change also keeps evolving.