A Clare senator believes the government must be “careful” not to threaten the viability of farming when negotiating the EU Nature Restoration Law.
The controversial legislation is at a stalemate in the European Parliament as Hungary has become the eighth country to withdraw its support which has forced the vote to be postponed.
The Irish Creamery and Milk Suppliers Assocation has this week called for a “complete re-assessment” of the law, which would require Ireland to restore 30% of its drained peatland by 2030, 40% by 2040 and 50% by 2050.
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Tulla Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley says farmers want to do their bit to fight climate change but must be consulted on any new legislation affecting them.
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