Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 February 2026
485. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his plans to orient future CAP implementation towards incentives rather than obligations to reduce administrative burdens on farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13820/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe regulatory framework for the Common Agricultural Policy post-2027 has not yet been agreed at EU level, and negotiations on the Commission’s proposals are still at an early stage. Until the final regulations are adopted, it would be premature to set out how future CAP schemes will be oriented as this will depend on what Member States are permitted and required to deliver under the agreed legal framework.
Once the regulatory framework is finalised, Ireland will move to the development of its National and Regional Partnership Plan, including the detailed design of CAP interventions. This will involve structured engagement with farmers and other stakeholders to hear their views on areas such as scheme design, delivery mechanisms and practical implementation.
My consistent position in the negotiations to date is that the future CAP must be adequately funded, workable in practice, and capable of supporting viable farm incomes, food production and environmental commitments, with a key focus on simplification for farmers.
