Farmgate milk sales could fall by €1.3bn this year the ICMSA has estimated.
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The importance of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to Irish farming cannot be overstated.
It delivers close to €1.6bn annually and is a critical provider of income supports and a safety net for many ordinary farmers – particularly those in the drystock sector.
However, it would be incorrect to portray CAP as the only show in town.
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Last week’s front page story which showed that the value of farmgate milk sales could fall by €1.3bn in total this year – or by €77,000 for the average dairy farmer – was a very stark and timely reminder that the marketplace remains a key driver of farm incomes.
A similar impact, albeit in the opposite direction, has been seen with the sharp rise in beef and cattle prices.
Clearly, farmers need CAP, but a healthy and stable marketplace is even more important.
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The importance of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to Irish farming cannot be overstated.
It delivers close to €1.6bn annually and is a critical provider of income supports and a safety net for many ordinary farmers – particularly those in the drystock sector.
However, it would be incorrect to portray CAP as the only show in town.
Last week’s front page story which showed that the value of farmgate milk sales could fall by €1.3bn in total this year – or by €77,000 for the average dairy farmer – was a very stark and timely reminder that the marketplace remains a key driver of farm incomes.
A similar impact, albeit in the opposite direction, has been seen with the sharp rise in beef and cattle prices.
Clearly, farmers need CAP, but a healthy and stable marketplace is even more important.
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