Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 July 2025
316. Deputy Sorca Clarke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of farmers currently awaiting approval and payment under the organic farming scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36703/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Organic Farming Scheme (OFS) opened for new applications in October 2024. All applications from farmers who applied and were registered with either of the two Organic Control Bodies were accepted into the scheme provided they met the eligibility requirements. In the coming weeks, eligibility checks will commence on the new 630 applications following the submission of their 2025 BISS applications.
To date, over €57 million has been issued in 2024 OFS payments. Less than 5% of farmers are due their 2024 balance payment. These outstanding payments are being treated as a matter of priority.
