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Farmers in the west have claimed that the construction of greenways through SAC lands has resulted in their ACRES payments being hit.
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The INHFA pointed out that over €1m a day is being spent this year on the provision of new greenways, walkways and cycle paths.
The INHFA is concerned that commitments given on the Nature Restoration Law may be undermined through the introduction of a carbon tax.
The proposed deal would allow for free trade between the EU and South American countries such as Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay.
This comes following a meeting organised by Luke Ming Flanagan with European Commission officials.
The farm body is proposing that €3,000 in additional support payments be made available for Irish speaking farmers living in Gaeltacht areas.
Farm body also calls for €3,000 payment for Gaeltacht farmers with strong Irish.
A clampdown on fertiliser use on lower-stocked farms has been slated by the INHFA and ICSA.
The ICSA were joined by IFA president France Gorman, the INHFA and The Irish Rural Organsiation for Tuesday's protest.
The association held meetings with Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue in Kerry and Donegal to find workable solutions to ongoing issues in the scheme.
