Press Releases 2007

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Title	Date

January

Title	Date
Coughlan details awards of 18 million in Research and Development grants	08 January 2007
Minister Wallace announces new Forest Environment Protection Scheme	09 January 2007
Minister Wallace welcomes Centra support for Irish Food Industry	11 January 2007
Coughlan highlights Quality and Safety of Irish Agriculture and Food Products during visit to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates	17 January 2007
Department announces details of Transport Regulation	19 January 2007
Minister Wallace issues advise to dog owners on worrying of livestock by dogs	21 January 2007
Minister Smith attends International Green Week East West Agricultural Forum in Berlin	22 January 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes €8.7 billion Agri-Food package	24 January 2007
Minister Smith acknowledges Supervalu part in Irish Food Industry Success	24 January 2007
Major boost for forest road construction	26 January 2007
Coughlan voices concern over EU Commission approach to WTO negotiations	29 January 2007
Minister Smith announces Water Chlorination Grant Scheme	31 January 2007
Successful Launch of Milk Quota Trading Scheme	31 January 2007

February

Title	Date
Department welcomes increases volume of EIA testing	01 February 2007
Department meets to review outbreak of Avian 'Flu in England	03 February 2007
Department Officials review Avian 'Flu situation	05 February 2007
Minister Coughlan hopeful on progress on Saudi Arabian and UAE beef markets	07 February 2007
Minister Coughlan announces details of New Bioenergy Initiatives	07 February 2007
Minister of State Wallace warns against illegal felling of trees	09 February 2007
Coughlan announces 2nd Milk Quota Trading Scheme	12 February 2007
Wallace welcomes Urban Tree Planting Programme in Meath	12 February 2007
REPS farmers not excluded from new Bioenergy Scheme, says Coughlan	13 February 2007
West Awake to Emerging Marketing Opportunities	13 February 2007
Minister Coughlan announces Grant Aid Scheme for potato growers involving investments of over 20m euro	14 February 2007
Minister revokes ban on participation of British Birds in Shows, Exhibitions and Gatherings	16 February 2007
Coughlan announces national roll-out of "Food Dudes" programme to primary schools	18 February 2007
Additional Funding for Collaborative Research on Food and Health, Agri-environment and Biofuels	19 February 2007
Minister Coughlan re-affirms her commitment to simplifying Single Payment Scheme	19 February 2007
Minister Coughlan announces funding for AI Promotional Campaign for 2007	20 February 2007
2007 Single Payment Scheme/Disadvantaged Areas Scheme	21 February 2007
Wallace encourages farmers to consider FEPS	21 February 2007
Publication of Revised Estimates 22 February 2007 - €361M for REPS in Estimates	22 February 2007
Minister Coughlan announces the issue of 140 Annual Payment Statements to Farmers for 2006	22 February 2007
Minister Coughlan reminds famers of deadlines under the Farm Waste Management Scheme	23 February 2007
Minister Coughlan outlines another year of strong performance in the Beef Sector	25 February 2007
Coughlan extends Bioenergy Scheme deadline	28 February 2007
Connemara Hill Lamb recognised as a unique European product	28 February 2007

March

Title	Date
Minister Wallace launches distribution of posters of our native trees to primary schools as part of National Tree Week 4th -10th March	02 March 2007
Minister Coughlan meets her French and German counterparts in Paris	05 March 2007
Wallace marks the beginning of Tree Week by highlighting the benefits of forestry	05 March 2007
Minister of State Wallace reminds occupiers and owners of land of their obligation to control noxious weeds	05 March 2007
Minister Coughlan launches Agri-Food Theme of EU 7th Framework Programme on Research and Technological Development	07 March 2007
Minister Wallace addresses Agri-Vision Bio-energy Conferences	07 March 2007
Department issues advice on parasitic disease	08 March 2007
Wallace announces Public Consultation Phase of National Forest Inventory	08 March 2007
Minister Coughlan announces REPS payments for Willow and Miscanthus	08 March 2007
Minister Wallace announces the introduction of regulations for the aerial application of fertilisers to forests	08 March 2007
Minister Smith stresses the multiple benefits of trees for local communities	09 March 2007
Minister Smith officially opens Rossmore Forest Park	09 March 2007
Minister of State Wallace Opens National Forestry Conference	09 March 2007
Agri-Vision Forum offers opportunity to share views says Coughlan	09 March 2007
Minister announces speeding up of Farm Waste Management Scheme approvals and Extension of Deadline for submission of Outstanding Details	09 March 2007
Minister announces refund of 19m euro Modulation Monies to farmers	14 March 2007
Minister Smith opens Seminar on the Codex Alimentarius in Dublin Castle	21 March 2007
Coughlan announces lifting of all EIA Restrictions	21 March 2007
Forum on future of Agri-Food Industry	23 March 2007
Forest Management Protocol for Hen Harrier Special Protection Areas	23 March 2007
Minister Coughlan announces significant changes to Animal Health Regime	23 March 2007
Minister Smith completes round of Regional Food Fora in South West	27 March 2007
Strategic Review Report of 400m Euro Horticulture Industry presented to Minister Smith	28 March 2007

April

Title	Date
Minister Wallace announces significant support for Wood Energy Supply Chain	02 April 2007
Wallace welcomes Department's contract for wood chip	03 April 2007
Minister Wallace announces Forestry Premuim Payments of €57M for 2007	03 April 2007
Applications for Bioenergy Scheme hit First Year Target of 1,400 Hectares	04 April 2007
Minister Smith welcomes €2.5m Investment by Mc Carrens Meat Processors, Cavan with support from Enterprise Ireland	05 April 2007
Minister Wallace warns of the risk of Forest Fires	07 April 2007
Minister Coughlan calls for continued EIA vigilance	09 April 2007
Coughlan announces revised legislation for dealers in cattle and pigs	11 April 2007
Coughlan launches Information Roadshow and extended helplines to assist farmers in completing applications under the 2007 Single Payment Scheme/Disadvantaged Areas Scheme	11 April 2007
Wallace re-opens Forest Reconstitution Scheme	12 April 2007
Spring 2007 - Parasitic Disease Forecast	12 April 2007
Minister Coughlan announces support for shows	13 April 2007
Coughlan calls for 14-day Notice on Cross Compliance Inspections	16 April 2007
Minister Coughlan announces the awarding of 114m euro Grant Aid for the Dairy Processing Sector under the Dairy Investment Fund	18 April 2007
Minister Wallace issues reminder re Forestry and the Single Payment Scheme	19 April 2007
"One to One" Assistance on completing Single Payment/Disadvantaged Areas Forms	19 April 2007
Single Payment Scheme - Lands used for Potatoes and Fruit and Vegetables	19 April 2007
Taoiseach officially opens the Department of Agriculture and Food Labatory Complex at Backweston	20 April 2007
Coughlan announces extension of Consolidation under the Single Payment Scheme to participants under the Farm Waste Management Scheme/Waste Processing Scheme	20 April 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes planned inspection visit by Saudi Arabian Beef Experts	24 April 2007
Milk Quota Trade almost doubled in second exchange	25 April 2007
Minister Coughlan launches fund for capital investments in processing for beef and sheepmeat sectors	25 April 2007
Minister Smith encourages Fruit and Vegetable Growers to join producer organisations for increased returns	26 April 2007

May

Title	Date
Minister Coughlan launches Agriculture and Food Annual Review and Outlook 2006/2007	31 May 2007
Single Payment Scheme/Disadvantaged Area Scheme - Closing date extended to 15 May 2007	02 May 2007
Minister Coughlan reminds occupiers and owners of land of their obligation to control noxious weeds	04 May 2007
Coughlan rejects Falconer paper on WTO	09 May 2007
Coughlan announces Temporary Measure for unsuccessful sellers in Milk Quota Trading Scheme	09 May 2007
Minister Smith announces 8.51 million euro for Hunger in Africa and the "Forgotten Emergencies"	10 May 2007
Minister Coughlan rejects Badger Trust / Badgerwatch Ireland Report	14 May 2007
Minister Coughlan opens Lough Key Forest and Activity Park	15 May 2007
Minister Coughlan announces first award of grants under Scheme of Investment Aid for Demostration On-Farm Waste Processing Facilities in Co. Donegal	15 May 2007
Coughlan launches Package for Sheep Sector	16 May 2007
Minister Coughlan announces one week extension of closing date for applications under Machinery Contractors Scheme	16 May 2007
Minister Coughlan announces details of the 2007 National Reserve	16 May 2007
Minister Wallace opens food surplus company in Trim	18 May 2007
Minister Coughlan announces payment of €750,000 to Ballymun Horse Project	18 May 2007
Statement on unauthorised GM event in maize	18 May 2007
Coughlan announces details of incentives for National Genotype Programme	21 May 2007
Minister Coughlan Responds to Low Pathogenic Avian 'Flu Outbreak in Wales	25 May 2007

June

Title	Date
Coughlan revokes Avian 'Flu measure	05 June 2007
Minister Coughlan and new French Minister speak on WTO	06 June 2007
Minister bans the use of Electro Immobilisation on farm animals	06 June 2007
Coughlan outlines views on Cross Compliance in advance of Council of Ministers meeting	06 June 2007
Wallace announces Special Conference on National Forest Inventory	08 June 2007
Coughlan extends National Reserve deadline to 22nd June	11 June 2007
Minister Smith launches 8 million euro Grant Aid Schemes for the Development of the Organic Sector	12 June 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes EU Reform of the Fruit and Vegetable Sector	12 June 2007
Wallace welcomes RDS-Forest Service Irish Forestry Awards 2007	12 June 2007
Minister Coughlan hopeful visit will facilitate re-opening of Saudi Arabian Beef Market	13 June 2007
Minister Coughlan announces the Launch of a New Young Farmers' Installation Scheme and a New Scheme of Early Retirement from Farming	13 June 2007
Minister Coughlan announces details of Food and Health Research Initiative	13 June 2007
Minister Coughlan publishes Annual Report for 2006	13 June 2007
Minister Wallace welcomes clarification on Consolidation and SPS amendments	13 June 2007
Minister Coughlan announces abolition of the claw-back on sales of Single Payment Entitlements	19 June 2007
Minister Coughlan reminds farmers of 29 June Closing Date for Farm Waste Management Scheme	20 June 2007
Department launches Code of Practice on the Prevention and Reduction of Fusarium Mycotoxins in Cereals	26 June 2007
Minister Sargent urges consumers to think organic and think seasonal	28 June 2007
Minister of State Mary Wallace highlights the importance of protecting the National Forest Estate from Exotic Pest and Disease Threats	29 June 2007
Minister Coughlan meets Saudi Arabian Ministers	29 June 2007

July

Title	Date
Coughlan announces extension of Temporary Leasing Scheme closing date	02 July 2007
Minister Coughlan calls the industry together in a National Dairy Forum	04 July 2007
Wallace launches Bioenergy 2007 Exhibition	06 July 2007
Minister Coughlan bans pigeon racing from France	09 July 2007
Wallace welcomes results of Forestry Inventory	11 July 2007
Minister Coughlan launches new Farm Improvement Scheme	11 July 2007
Minister Coughlan meets Federation of Irish Fishermen	11 July 2007
Wallace launches COFORD Publication on the Environmental Impact of Planting Broadleaved Trees on Acid-Sensitive Soils	17 July 2007
Results of 2006 National Residue Monitoring Plan	17 July 2007
Minister Coughlan reacts to Falconer WTO Paper	18 July 2007
Minister Coughlan approves the Immediate use of set-aside Lands for Animal Feed Purposes	20 July 2007
Minister Coughlan announces introduction of Sow Housing (Animal Welfare) Scheme	23 July 2007
Minister Coughlan announces details of National Dairy Forum	23 July 2007
Ministers Coughlan and Ó Cuív launch €6 billion Rural Development Programme	24 July 2007
Minister Sargent welcomes E.U. clearance for measures to boost organic production in Ireland	24 July 2007
"Optimism For The Future Of The Dairy Industry Is Key Conclusion From The National Dairy Forum" - Minister For Agriculture and Food, Mary Coughlan TD. Minister announces establishment of Dairy Consultative Committee	26 July 2007
Coughlan announces Grant Aid for Seed Potato Sector	27 July 2007
Minister Sargent responds to very difficult weather conditions facing producer of vegetable	27 July 2007
Minister Coughlan announces intensified promotion of Irish beef for the Autumn	30 July 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes commitment to change the rules on Vertebral Column	31 July 2007

August

Title	Date
Minister Coughlan announces improvements in Disadvantaged Areas Scheme	03 August 2007
Minister Coughlan responds to Foot and Mouth outbreak in Great Britain	03 August 2007
Minister Coughlan updates position on FMD	04 August 2007
Minister Coughlan reviews FMD Situation	05 August 2007
Minister Coughlan gives further update on Foot and Mouth Disease situation	06 August 2007
Minister Coughlan reacts to latest FMD case in Britain	07 August 2007
Coughlan launches €3 billion Rural Environment Protection Scheme (REPS 4)	08 August 2007
Minister Coughlan chairs FMD meeting	08 August 2007
Minister Couglan steps up measures to protect Irish Horse Industry	09 August 2007
Minister Couglan meets on FMD	09 August 2007
Minister Coughlan gives further update on FMD	10 August 2007
Minister Sargent launches new stand-alone Organic Farming Scheme	11 August 2007
Minister Wallace Outlines Measures for the Control of Noxious Weeds	17 August 2007
Wallace Encourages Farmers to add FEPS to their REPS	19 August 2007
Minister says risk of H5N1 Avian `Flu remains `low	20 August 2007
Minister Wallace highlights value of Energy Crops	20 August 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes the 58th Annual Meeting of the European Association of Animal Production	21 August 2007
Minister Coughlan comments on derogation arrangements under Nitrates Directive for REPS Farmers	22 August 2007
MAJOR26 August 2007: Major Conference on Animal Production opens in Dublin	26 August 2007
Wallace opens Bioenergy 2007 event	30 August 2007
Minister Wallace announces major boost for wood energy supply chain	30 August 2007
Minister Coughlan notes new FMD decision	23 August 2007

September

Title	Date
Food Minister urges shoppers to buy Irish Fruit and Vegetables in season	07 September 2007
Minister Coughlan announces discontinuation of disinfection points at ports and airports	07 September 2007
Minister Sargent announces additional €2 million contribution to the world food programme to support humanitarian relief for chad	09 September 2007
Minister Coughlan announces reintroduction of FMD Controls	12 September 2007
Minister Sargent presents Certificates at Organic Centre Harvest Celebration	13 September 2007
Minister Coughlan responds to further case of FMD	14 September 2007
Wallace announces EU approval of Ireland's Afforestation Grant and Premium Scheme	14 September 2007
Coughlan welcomes the establishment of the new Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food	14 September 2007
Wallace highlights positive role of forestry in climate change	17 September 2007
Minister Wallace launches Autumn Public Awareness Campaign for the Control of Ragwort	18 September 2007
Minister Coughlan announces extention of the deadline for Nitrates Derogation applications	18 September 2007
Minister Coughlan secures European Commission Agreement for advance payments under the 2007 Single Payments Scheme and announces commencement of payments under the Disadvantaged Areas Scheme	19 September 2007
Coughlan announces Establishment of Industry Led Research Group to Underpin Development of the Food Industry	21 September 2007
Minister Coughlan announces payments under Sugar Beet Diversification Fund	25 September 2007
Minister Coughlan announces increased funding to ICBF for Beef Cattle Breeding	25 September 2007
Coughlan announces Third Milk Quota Trading Scheme	25 September 2007
Wallace announces Appointment of New Chairperson of Coford	26 September 2007
Wallace outlines proposed Forestry Programme	26 September 2007
Increase of 3% in milk quotas called for by Ireland at EU Council of Ministers	27 September 2007
Minister Sargent says it makes sense to go organic	27 September 2007
Minister Coughlan meets EU Commissioner for Fisheries and Maritime Affairs	27 September 2007
Import of GM Maize and By-Products and Soya Meal into Ireland not affected by non-decision in Council of Ministers on unauthorised Herculex GM Maize Variety	28 September 2007
28 September 2007 - Minister Coughlan Responds To Confirmation Of Bluetongue Outbreak In England	28 September 2007
Minister Sargent says it makes sense to go organic	23 September 2007
Minister Coughlan opens 2007 World Seafood Congress in Dublin	25 September 2007
Minister Coughlan continues drive to open markets For Irish beef in South East Asia	03 September 2007
Minister Coughlan responds to detection of blue tongue in Suffolk	23 September 2007

October

Title	Date
Minister Coughlan satisfied on FMD and Bluetongue Controls	01 October 2007
Coughlan announces Dairy Consultative Committee	01 October 2007
01 October 2007: Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Mary Coughlan TD, delivers keynote address to the World Dairy Summit	01 October 2007
Detection of Brown Rot in Irish potatoes	02 October 2007
Department Sets Out Position Regarding Set-Aside Entitlements	03 October 2007
Minister Browne highlights increasing value of Fish Farm Production	03 October 2007
Minister Sargent Welcomes Stronger Controls For Organic Food And Farming	03 October 2007
Wallace Launches COFORD Report On Ireland's Forest Genetic Resources	03 October 2007
Minister Coughlan announces Approval of Grant Aid for Seed Potato Sector	05 October 2007
Minister Coughlan Introduces A Change To The Brucellosis Testing Requirements	05 October 2007
Wallace Launches COFORD Report On Irish Squirrel Survey	09 October 2007
Minister Coughlan Welcomes The Re-Opening Of The Saudi Arabian Market For Irish Beef	10 October 2007
Minister Sargent announces Grant Aid Scheme for Horticulture Growers	11 October 2007
Minister Sargent examines the Organic Sector in Austria	12 October 2007
Minister Couglan seeks EU action on pigmeat sector	15 October 2007
Wallace Launches allaboutenergy.ie website	15 October 2007
Minister Sargent welcomes World Food Day	16 October 2007
Minister Coughlan Announces €533 Million Advance Payments From 16 October Under the 2007 Single Payments Scheme	16 October 2007
Minister Coughlan Announces Flexible Arrangements To Help Farmers To Move Over To Reps 4	16 October 2007
Minister Sargent announces major funding for the UN International Year of the Potato 2008	18 October 2007
Minister welcomes funding provided in 2008 Pre-Budget Outlook	18 October 2007
Minister Wallace presents 2007 RDS/Forest Service Irish Forestry Awards	18 October 2007
Minister Coughlan Announces Funding Of €10 Million For Wharf Works At Dinish Island And Funding Of €1 Million For RNLI Lifeboat Shore Facility In Castletownbere	19 October 2007
Coughlan lays foundation stone for new Decentralised Offices for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and An Bord Iascaigh Mhara in Clonakilty, Co. Cork	19 October 2007
Reps Farmers Urged To Check Out Forestry By Wallace	19 October 2007
Wallace Announces EU Approval Of Ireland's Forest Management Measure	22 October 2007
Coughlan Calls For Increased Support For Pigmeat Sector	22 October 2007
Minister Coughlan Announces Second Tranche Of Grants Under Scheme Of Investment Aid For Demonstration On-Farm Waste Processing Facilities	24 October 2007
Coughlan Sets Out Position On REPS Application System From 2008: First-Timers Advised To Be Ready To Submit Plans Early	24 October 2007
Minister Coughlan announces new €235M Suckler Welfare Scheme	24 October 2007
Coughlan Calls For Increased Support For Pigmeat Sector	25 October 2007
Coughlan Addresses First Meeting Of Industry Led Food Research	25 October 2007
Rush of applications absorbs agreed funding for Farm Inprovement Scheme	31 October 2007
Minister Wallace welcomes relocation of Department Offices	31 October 2007
Minister Sargent welcomes organic research findings	31 October 2007

November

Title	Date
Browne announces €2.1million investment for eight companies under Seafood Processing Development Programme	01 November 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes the re-opening of the South African Market for Irish Beef	02 November 2007
Minister of State Wallace attends 5th Ministerial Conference on the Protection of Forests in Europe in Warsaw, Poland from 5th-7th November 2007	06 November 2007
Irish Success in EU Research Programme	07 November 2007
Ministers Coughlan and Browne welcome EU Commission approval for Ireland's State Aid Application for Restructuring Ireland's fishing fleet	07 November 2007
Minister Coughlan Welcomes Publication Of FVO Report On Brazil	07 November 2007
Minister Wallace announces additional support for wood energy supply chain	08 November 2007
Minister Coughlan hosts North/South Ministerial Council in Donegal	09 November 2007
Minister Coughlan responds to Avian 'Flu in England	12 November 2007
Minister Sargent hosts National Conference to highlight the opportunities for local food and launches new Bord Bia guide on local selling	14 November 2007
Minister Wallace announces commencement of payments under the National Energy Premium Scheme	13 November 2007
Minister Coughlan introduces precautionary measures following Avian 'Flu outbreak in England	13 November 2007
Wallace welcomes COFORD/EPA report on Biodiversity in Irish Plantation Forests	14 November 2007
Minister Wallace pays tribute to the Irish Bloodstock Industry and the Veterinary Profession	16 November 2007
Minister Coughlan comments on publication of EU Commission Communication on CAP Health Check	20 November 2007
Wallace launches study on Forestry planting levels	21 November 2007
Wallace launches Forestry Training Initiative	22 November 2007
Coughlan outlines Irish position on EU "CAP Health Check" negotiations	26 November 2007
Coughlan welcomes proposed introduction of Export Refunds for pigmeat	27 November 2007
Minister Coughlan visits Slovenian Minister in advance of EU Presidency	28 November 2007
Minister issues advice on liver fluke	29 November 2007
Minister Coughlan announces support for major new international livestock event - Beef Expo, Ireland 2008	30 November 2007
Browne invites views of Public on Fishery Harbour Centre Business Plans	14 November 2007
Minister Browne Welcomes Agreement Reached Between Ireland And France On Crab Fishing	19 November 2007
Minister Coughlan Highlights Food Research Achievements at Royal Irish Academy Dublin	20 November 2007
Minister For Food And Horticulture Trevor Sargent TD Addresses The 34th Session Of FAO Conference In Rome	20 November 2007

December

Title	Date
Minister Coughlan Meets With EU Commissioner For Health And Consumer Affairs Markos Kyprianou	17 December 2007
Food Minister Trevor Sargent promotes seasonal eating while inspecting the Brussel Sprout crop for Christmas	04 December 2007
Wallace welcomes increase in timber prices	07 December 2007
Minister Coughlan Welcomes a Favourable Year for Irish Farming	07 December 2007
Wallace Launches Ireland's Largest Woodland Restoration Project	07 December 2007
Minister Coughlan announces appointments to Board of Coillte	11 December 2007
Minister Coughlan signs Veterinary Medicines Regulations	11 December 2007
Coughlan announces Government support for major expansion to Glanbia Innovation Centre	12 December 2007
Department launches National Forestry Inventory Publications	12 December 2007
Minister Sargent says if purchasing an organic turkey, insist on proof of Organic Certification	13 December 2007
Coughlan announces establishment of Beef Forum	13 December 2007
Minister Coughlan announces 25% increase in funding for Animal Welfare Organisations	14 December 2007
Minister Sargent announces grants to Animal Welfare Organisations	14 December 2007
Minister Wallace announces grants of €33,000 for Meath Animal Welfare Bodies	14 December 2007
Minister of State John Browne announces grants of €76,000 for Wexford Animal Welfare Bodies	14 December 2007
Quota trade strongest to date on third exchange	14 December 2007
Minister Coughlan Announces New Round Of Capital Investment Funding For Marketing And Processing Of Agricultural Products	17 December 2007
Minister Wallace announces second phase of Bio-Energy Scheme	19 December 2007
Minister Wallace announces re-opening of Native Woodland Scheme and Neighbourwood Scheme	19 December 2007
Minister Coughlan welcomes reduced fees for Equine passports	28 December 2007
Minister Coughlan Announces €575 Million Payments Under the Single Payment Scheme	03 December 2007
€800,000 For Forestry Development Projects	04 December 2007
Coughlan Launches Suckler Welfare Scheme	14 December 2007
Compendium Of Irish Agricultural Statistics, 2007	14 December 2007
Successful launch of Milk Quota Trading Scheme	31 January 2007
Ministers Coughlan And Browne Prepare For Tough Negotiations At This Week's Fisheries Council	17 December 2007
Ministers Coughlan and Browne deliver 182,699 tonnes of Fish Quotas and Strong Conservation Measures to the benefit of the Irish Fishing Industry for 2008	19 December 2007