Eco-Scheme payments of €14,411,817 to Mayo farmers

MAYO Fianna Fáil Senator Lisa Chambers has welcomed the commencement of advance payments under the 2024 Eco-Scheme.

Under the scheme, 9,987 Mayo farmers will receive payments totalling €14,411,817.

Said Senator Chambers: “It is brilliant to see 9,987 payments totalling €14,411,817 to Mayo farmers under the Eco-Scheme.

“The Eco-Scheme is really important because it rewards farmers for undertaking actions beneficial to the climate, environment, water quality and biodiversity.

“Eco-Scheme payments are a vital support for farmers introduced by Fianna Fáil in Government and the payment rate in 2024 is €66.50 per eligible hectare.

“The Eco-Scheme payments build on the BISS and CRISS payments made to farmers.”

She added: “Farming and rural communities are at the heart of our country’s economic life and Fianna Fáil is committed to protecting farm incomes, and supporting a strong agrifood industry.”