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Agriculture Minister warns of 'additional challenges' to Ireland remaining a 'food secure island'

Mar 24, 2022 12:18 By News Northern Sound
Agriculture Minister warns of 'additional challenges' to Ireland remaining a 'food secure island'
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The Agriculture Minister is visiting Co Cavan today.

The Agriculture Minister says there are "additional challenges that have to be overcome" to ensure Ireland remains a "food secure island".

30% of global grain exports come from Ukraine and Russia, and Minister Charlie McConalogue has predicted a "difficult period ahead for all involved".

However, Minister McConalogue said he was confident Ireland could meet these challenges.

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This week, the government passed a €12 million package that will see farmers get €400 for every extra hectare of grain they grow this year.

The Agriculture Minister is visiting Co Cavan today and says the visit is about "engaging and listening directly" to local farmers.

Speaking on The Joe Finnegan Show ahead of his visit, he warned of future food security issues as a result of climate change:

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