G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
12 December  2019 
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Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures  Original: English  
 
  
SUBSIDIES  
NEW AND FULL NOTIFIC ATION PURSUANT TO AR TICLE XVI:1  
OF THE GATT 1994 AND  ARTICLE 25 OF THE A GREEMENT  
ON SUBSIDIES AND COU NTERVAILING MEASURES  
EUROPEAN UNION 
Addendum  
The following addendum to the notification of the European Union relates to subsidy programmes of 
Ireland . 
 
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  IRELAND  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
2017  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................  6 
1  BOVINE VIRAL DIARRH OEA ERADICATION PROG RAMME FINANCIAL SUPP ORT TO 
FARMERS  ................................ ................................ ................................ .........................  6 
2  CONSERVATION OF PLA NT AND ANIMAL GENETI C RESOURCES GRANT AI D SCHEME  ... 7 
3  WEATHER RELATED CRO P LOSS SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...... 8 
4  INNISHOWEN FLASH FL OOD RELIEF MEASURE  ................................ ............................  9 
5  SCHEME OF INVESTMEN T AID FOR THE DEVELO PMENT OF THE COMMERC IAL 
HORTICULTURE SECTOR 2017  ................................ ................................ ........................  10 
6  FALLEN ANIMAL TSE S UBSIDY SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...... 11 
7  BSE ERADICATION COM PENSATION PAYMENTS  ................................ .........................  12 
8  TSE ERADICATION COM PENSATION PAYMENTS  ................................ .........................  13 
9  SEAFOOD CAPITAL INV ESTMENT SCHEME  ................................ ................................ .. 14 
10  SEAFOOD SCALING AND  NEW MARKET DEVELOPM ENT SCHEME  ...............................  15 
11  SEAFOOD INNOVATION AND BUSINESS PLANNIN G SCHEME  ................................ ... 15 
12  SUSTAINABLE AQUACUL TURE SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ..... 16 
13  KNOWLEDGE GATEWAY S CHEME  ................................ ................................ ..............  17 
14  PRODUCER ORGANISATIO N SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ........  18 
15  SUSTAINABLE FISHERI ES SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...........  19 
16  INSHORE FISHERIES C ONSERVATION AND MANA GEMENT SCHEME  .........................  20 
17  NEW FISHERMAN SCHEM E ................................ ................................ ........................  21 
18  FLEE T SAFETY SCHEME  ................................ ................................ .............................  22 
19  MARINE TOURISM SCHE ME ................................ ................................ ......................  23 
20  ENHANCED SAFETY SCH EME ................................ ................................ .....................  24 
21  FISHERIES LOCAL ARE A DEVELOPMENT SCHEME  ................................ .....................  24 
22  SEAFOOD PROMOTION S CHEME  ................................ ................................ ...............  25 
23  AFFORESTATION GRANT  AND PREMIUM SCHEME  ................................ .....................  26 
24  WOODLAND IMPROVEMEN T SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ........  27 
25  FOREST ROAD SCHEME  ................................ ................................ .............................  28 
26  RECONS TITUTION SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ......................  29 
27  NEIGHBOURWOOD SCHEM E ................................ ................................ .....................  29 
28  NATIVE WOODLAND CON SERVATION SCHEME  ................................ .........................  30 
29  KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER  ................................ ................................ ...........................  31 
30  FOREST GENETIC REPR ODUCTIVE MATERIAL  ................................ ...........................  32 
31  FOREST MANAGEMENT S CHEME  ................................ ................................ ...............  33 
32  FOREST MANAGEMENT P LANS  ................................ ................................ ..................  34 
33  INNOVATIVE FOREST TECH NOLOGY SCHEME  ................................ ...........................  35 
34  DEPOPULATION GRANT (TB/BR ERADICATION S CHEME) ................................ .........  36 
35  ON FARM MARKET VALU ATION SCHEME (TB/BR ERADICATION SCHEME)  ................  37 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  36  INCOME SUPPLEMENT S CHEME (TB/BR ERADICA TION SCHEME)  .............................  38 
37  HARDSHIP GRANT SCHE ME (TB/BR ERADICATIO N SCHEME)  ................................ ... 40 
38  SCHEME OF PAYMENT T O HAULIER COMPANIES FOR REMOVIN G DISEASED  
ANIMALS DIRECT TO SL AUGHTER  ................................ ................................ ..................  41 
39  SCHEME OF PAYMENT T O PRIVATE VETERINARY  PRACTITIONERS (PVP 'S) FOR 
TESTING OF ANIMALS  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 42 
40  DATA COLLECTION SCH EME ................................ ................................ .....................  43 
41  MARINE BIODIVERSITY  SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ..............  44 
42  BLUE GROWTH AND MAR INE SPATIAL PLANNING  SCHEME  ................................ ...... 45 
43  CONTROL AND ENFORCE MENT  ................................ ................................ ..................  46 
44  SCHEME OF GRANT AID FO R THE DEVELOPMENT OF  THE ORGANIC SECTOR  
– OFF- FARM  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................  47 
45  SCHEME OF GRANT AID  FOR THE DEVELOPMENT  OF THE ORGANIC  SECTOR  
– ON- FARM  ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................  48 
46  EQUINE INFRASTRUCTU RES ................................ ................................ .....................  49 
47  ASSISTANCE FOR THE NON-THOROUGHBRED HOR SE INDUSTRY  .............................  50 
48  HUMAN RESOURCES (IN TERNATIONAL EQUINE I NSTITUTE)  ................................ ... 51 
49  IMPROVEMENT IN CATT LE AND SHEEP BREEDIN G ................................ ...................  52 
50  G IN A CATTLE BREED ING ................................ ................................ ........................  52 
51  PREMIUM FROM KERRY CAT TLE LIVE CALVES  ................................ ..........................  53 
52  STOCK RELIEF FOR YO UNG TRAINED FARMERS  ................................ ........................  54 
53  STOCK RELIEF FOR RE GISTERED FARM PARTNE RSHIPS  ................................ ...........  55 
54  AGRICULTURE CASHFLO W SUPPORT LOAN SCHEM E ................................ .................  56 
55  CAPITAL GAINS TAX F OR FARM RESTRUCTURIN G ................................ ....................  57 
56  SUCCESSION FARM PAR TNERSHIP  ................................ ................................ ...........  58 
57  COLLABORATIVE FARMI NG GRANT SCHEME  ................................ .............................  59 
58  DAIRY MILKING SKILL S PROGRAMME  ................................ ................................ ...... 60 
59  VOLUNTARY SUPPLY MA NAGEMENT SCHEME (VSM S) ................................ ...............  61 
2018  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..............................  62 
1  BOVINE VIRAL DIARRH OEA ERADICATION PROG RAMME FINANCIAL SUPP ORTS  
TO FARMERS  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................  62 
2  CONSERVATION OF PLA NT AND ANIMAL GENETI C RESOURCES GRANT AI D  
SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ................................ ..........................  63 
3  FODDER TRANSPORT SU PPORT MEASURE 2018  ................................ .........................  64 
4  FODDER IMPORT SUPPO RT MEASURE 2018 ................................ ................................  65 
5  FODDER PRODUCTION I NCENTIVE MEASURE FOR  TILLAGE FARMERS 201 8 ...............  66 
6  FODDER IMPORT SUPPO RT MEASURE AUTUMN 20 18 ................................ .................  67 
7  SCHEME OF INVESTMEN T AID FOR THE DEVELO PMENT OF THE  COMMERCIAL 
HORTICULTURE SECTOR 2018  ................................ ................................ ........................  68 
8  FALLEN ANIMAL TSE S UBSIDY SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...... 69 
9  TSE ERADICATION COM PENSATION PAYMENTS  ................................ .........................  70 
10  FISHERY HARBOUR SCH EME................................ ................................ .....................  71 
11  SEAFOOD PROMOTION S CHEME  ................................ ................................ ...............  72 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  12  AFFORESTATION GRANT  AND PREMIUM SCHEME  ................................ .....................  72 
13  WOODLAND IMPROVEMEN T SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ........  73 
14  FOREST ROAD SCHEME  ................................ ................................ .............................  74 
15  RECONSTITUTION SCHE ME ................................ ................................ ......................  75 
16  NEIGHBOURWOOD SCHEM E ................................ ................................ .....................  76 
17  NATIVE WOODLAND CON SERVATION SCHEME  ................................ .........................  77 
18  KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER  ................................ ................................ ...........................  78 
19  FOREST GENETIC REPR ODUCTIVE MATERIAL  ................................ ...........................  79 
20  FOREST MANAGEMENT S CHEME  ................................ ................................ ...............  79 
21  FOREST MANAGEMENT PL ANS ................................ ................................ ..................  80 
22  INNOVATIVE FOREST T ECHNOLOGY SCHEME  ................................ ...........................  81 
23  DEPOPULATION GRANT (TB/BR ERADICATION S CHEME) ................................ .........  82 
24  ON FARM MARKET VALU ATION SCHEME (TB/BR ERADICATION SCHEME)  ................  83 
25  INCOME SUPPLEMENT S CHEME (TB/BR ERADICA TION SCHEME)  .............................  85 
26  HARDSHIP GRANT SCHE ME (TB/BR ERADICATIO N SCHEME)  ................................ ... 86 
27  SCHEME OF PAYMENT T O HAULIER COMPANIES FOR REMOVING DISEASE D 
ANIMALS DIRECT TO SL AUGHTER  ................................ ................................ ..................  87 
28  SCHEME OF PAYMENT T O PRIVATE VETERIN ARY PRACTITIONERS (P VP'S) FOR 
TESTING OF ANIMALS  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 88 
29  EID TAG SUBSIDY  ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 89 
30  DATA COLLECTION SCH EME ................................ ................................ .....................  90 
31  MARINE BIODIVERSITY  SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ..............  91 
32  BLUE GROWTH AND MAR INE SPATIAL PLANNING  SCHEME  ................................ ...... 92 
33  CONTROL AND ENFORCE MENT  ................................ ................................ ..................  93 
34  ORGANIC PROCESSING INVESTMENT GRANT SCH EME (FORMERLY SCHEME   
OF GRANT AID FOR THE  DEVELOPMENT OF THE ORGANIC SECTOR – OFF – FARM)  ........  94 
35  EQUINE INFRASTRUCTU RES ................................ ................................ .....................  95 
36  2018 ASSISTANCE FOR  THE NON -THOROUGHBRE D HORSE INDUSTRY  ....................  96 
37  HUMAN RESOURCES (IN TERNATIONAL EQUINE I NSTITUTE)  ................................ ... 97 
38  IMPROVEMENT IN CATT LE AND SHEEP BREEDIN G ................................ ...................  98 
39  G IN A CATTLE BREED ING ................................ ................................ ........................  98 
40  2018 PREMIUM FROM KERR Y CATTLE LIVE CALVES  ................................ .................  99 
41  SEAFOOD CAPITAL INV ESTMENT SCHEME  ................................ ..............................  100  
42  SEAFOOD SCALING AND  NEW MARKET DEVELOPM ENT SCHEME  .............................  101  
43  SEAFOOD INNOVATION AND BUSINESS PLANNIN G SCHEME  ................................ . 102  
44  SUSTAINABLE AQUACUL TURE SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ... 103  
45  KNOWLEDGE GATEWAY S CHEME  ................................ ................................ ............  103  
46  PRODUCER ORGANISATI ON SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...... 104  
47  SUSTAINABLE FISHERI ES SCHEME  ................................ ................................ .........  105  
48  INSHORE FISHERIES C ONSERVATION AND MANA GEMENT SCHEME  .......................  106  
49  FISHERIES LOCAL ARE A DEVELOPMENT SCHEME  ................................ ...................  107  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  50  NEW FISHERMAN SCHEM E ................................ ................................ ......................  108  
51  SEAF OOD TRAINING SCHEME  ................................ ................................ .................  109  
52  SEAFOOD CAPACITY BU ILDING SCHEME  ................................ ................................  110  
53  FLEET SAFETY SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...........................  111  
54  MARINE TOURISM SCHE ME ................................ ................................ ....................  112  
55  ENHANCED SAFETY SCHEME  ................................ ................................ ...................  112  
56  LONG TERM LEASING S TAMP DUTY RELIEF  ................................ ............................  113  
57  STAMP DUTY RELIEF F OR YOUNG TRAINED FAR MERS  ................................ ............  114  
58  STAMP DUTY RELIEF O N FARM CONSOLIDATION  ................................ ...................  115  
59  STOCK RELIEF FOR RE GISTERED FARM PARTNE RSHIPS  ................................ .........  116  
60  STOCK RELIEF FOR YO UNG TRAINED FARMERS  ................................ ......................  117  
61  CAPITAL GAINS TAX F OR FARM RESTRUCTURIN G ................................ ..................  118  
62  SUCCESSION FARM PAR TNERSHIP  ................................ ................................ .........  119  
63  COLLABORATIVE FARMI NG GRANT SCHEME  ................................ ...........................  119  
64  DAIRY MILKING SKILL S PROGRAMME  ................................ ................................ .... 120  
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  2017  
1  BOVINE VIRAL DIARRHO EA ERADICATION PROGR AMME FINANCIAL SUPPO RT TO 
FARMERS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Eradication Programme (BVD) was introduced on 1 January 2013 to 
eradicate BVD from the national herd. With effect from that date Bovine Viral Diarrhoea became a 
notifiable disease.  Financial Supports are available to those farmers who dispo se of their 
Persistently  Infected (PI) animals within agreed timeframes.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The BVD Eradication Programme is an industry led programme delivered by Animal Health Ireland.  
The Programme requires that all animals born on or after 1 January 2013 are tested for the presence 
of the BVD Virus. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine provide financial supports to 
those farme rs who dispose of their animals within agreed timeframes. The legislative basis for the 
programme is set out in the Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Regulations S.I. No 30 of 2017.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The payment is made to all herd -owners who submit an application form and comply with the terms 
and conditions regarding testing and disposal of animals within the agreed timeframes.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases w here this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Payments are made in the year following the year of birth of the animal, i.e. Payments  made in 2017 
are in respect of animals born in the 2016 year. Total Payments amounted to €173,790 and were 
made at the following rates : 
 
Beef Breed Animals  
€140 if the calf was removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant within five weeks of a positive or 
inconclusive test and has a date of death on the Departments Animal Identif ication Movement 
System (AIM) . 
€90 if the calf is removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant within seven  weeks of a positive or 
inconclusive test and has a date of death recorded on the AIM system.  
Dairy Breed Animals  
€120 if the calf was removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant within five weeks of the first 
positive or inconclusive test and has a date of death on the Departments Animal Identification 
Movement System (AIM) . 
€70 if the calf is removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant within seven weeks of a positive or 
inconclusive test and has a date of death recorded on the AIM system.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an a ssessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include s tatistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  No impact on trade.  
 
2  CONSERVATION OF PLAN T AND ANIMAL GENETIC  RESOURCES GRANT AID  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Plant and Animal Genetic Resources Grant Scheme aims to support and facilitate the collection, 
characterisation, conservation and utilisation of plant and animal genetic resources of plant and 
animal genetic resources for use in food and agriculture.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme was approved under EU State Aid Guidelines in 2013 – Aid No SA 37883 (2013/N) and 
is funded by the Irish Government. Funding is provided annually in the National Budgetary Estimates 
process.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The subsidy is given in the form of project based dire ct grants.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The management and conservation of animal genetic resources in Ireland is primarily carried out by 
the relevant breed societies. The management and conservation of plant genetic resources in Ireland 
is primarily carried out by NGOs with some additional work carried out by State institution and the 
Universities. The grant aid is channelled through these organisations based on projects submitted 
that facilitate the conservation, characterisation , collection and utilisation of plant and animal genetic 
resources in Ireland. All projects submitted are examined and evaluated by an Advisory Committee, 
chaired by a senior DAFM official and consisting of key stakeholders in the area of genetic resources . 
The subsidy is provided annually by means of a direct grant payment.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The amount spent on the Scheme in 2017 was €184,000.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing – 1996 to date.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such s tatistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s)  or sector(s) : 
 
Not applicable as payment of this subsidy does not have any impact on trade.  
(a)  for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be  
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not applicable.  
 
3  WEATHER  RELATED CROP LOSS SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To provide financial assistance to farmers in approved cases as a contribution towards direct losses 
arising from damage caused by the wet weather harvest conditions of September 2016.  
 
3. Background and authority for the sub sidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme was introduced by Ministerial order.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant – replacement cost of assessed damage.  
 
5. To whom and ho w the subsidy is provided  
 
Support was provided to farmers who suffered losses arising from damage to spring barley, spring 
wheat, spring oats and spring oilseed rape as a result of a period of protracted wet weather in 
September 2016. Payment made further  to application and verification visit on holding. Payments 
subject to EU Regulations on de minimis system.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Payment was made on the basis of the replacement cost of assessed damage only in cases where 
the loss in crop yield to the applicant exceeded 30%. 88 applicants have been paid a total of 
€406,878 under the Measure.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Measure was as a result of a period of protracted wet weather in September 2016 and only relevant 
claims accepted.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effect s of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, cons umption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
Not applicable as this Measure does not have any impact on trade.  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable . 
(b) for a previous representative  year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not applicable.  
 
4  INISHOWEN FLASH  FLOOD  RELIEF MEASURE  
1. Period covered by the notificatio n 
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To provide financial assistance to farmers in approved cases for the direct costs arising from 
instances of:  
• Loss of livestock ; 
• Loss of/damage to conserved hay or silage ; 
• Clean -up of damaged agricultural land and ; 
• Repairs to damaged fencing . 
Where there was evidence of damaged caused by flash flooding and where the losses were 
not covered by insurance.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legisl ation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme was introduced by Ministerial order.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant – replacement cost of assessed damage.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Support was provi ded to farmers who suffered losses arising from:  
• Loss of livestock ; 
• Loss of/damage to conserved hay or silage ; 
• Clean -up of damaged agricultural land and ;  
• Repairs to damaged fencing . 
Payment made further to application and verification visit on holding.  Payments subject to 
EU Regulations on de minimis system.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Payment was made on the basis of the replacement cost of assess ed damage. 258 applicants have 
been paid a total of €634,650 under this Measure.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Measure was as a result of Flash Flooding in the Inishowen area and only relevant claims accepted.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant a nd/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not ap plicable as this Measure does not have any impact on trade.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not applicable.  
 
5  SCHEME OF INVESTMENT  AID FOR THE DEVELOP MENT OF THE COMMERCI AL 
HORTICULTURE SECTOR 2017  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the scheme is to assist the development of the horticulture sector by aiding 
investments in specialised capital plant and equipment in commercial horticulture.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The sc heme was approved under EU State Aid Guidelines in 2014 -SA. 37884 (2013/N) and is funded 
100% by the Irish Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Direct payment to applicant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provide d 
 
Direct payment to producers of horticultural produce towards the capital cost of plant and equipment.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Annual amount paid in 20 17 - €4.833m . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The grant is a once -off payment.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and e xports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of  the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme aims to improve the quality of products and is not considered to have a 
direct impact on trade.  
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  6  FALLEN ANIMAL TSE SU BSIDY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme aims to maximise the number of over 48 month bovines being collected, to integrate 
fully with BSE requirements, to minimise the use of licensed burial and to provide important 
environmental benefit s. 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Animal By -Products Regulation (EC) No. 1069/2009 controls the collection, transport, storage, 
handling, processing and use or disposal of animal by -products in EU member states.  
 
REGULATION (EC) No 999/2001 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCI L of 22 May 
2001 laying down rules for the prevention, control and eradication of certain transmissible 
spongiform encephalopathies . 
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS S.I. No. 252 of 2008 EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES (TRANSMISSIBLE 
SPONGIFORM ENCEPHALOPATHIES AND ANIMAL BY -PRODUCTS) REGULATIONS 2008 . 
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS. S.I. No. 345 of 2009 EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES (TRANSMISSIBLE 
SPONGIFORM ENCEPHALOPATHIES AND ANIMAL BY -PRODUCTS) (AMENDMENT) (No. 2) 
REGULATIONS 2009 . 
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS S.I. No. 291 of 2009 EUROPEAN COMMU NITIES (TRANSMISSIBLE 
SPONGIFORM ENCEPHALOPATHIES AND ANIMAL BY -PRODUCTS) (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS 
2009. 
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS S.I. No. 400 of 2008 NATIONAL BEEF ASSURANCE SCHEME ACT 2000 
(ANIMAL MOVEMENT) REGULATIONS 2008 . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., g rant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
A payment to animal collectors and to rendering companies.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Licensed animal collectors are paid by farmers and by the State for collection of over 48 month 
bovine animals. The S tate also subsidies 100% of the cost of rendering and destruction of over 
48 month bovine animals.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€6,705,266.56 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The present scheme commenced in January 2015 and is approved until the end of 2020. There was 
a fallen animal scheme prior to January 2015.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable t hat such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where  possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
7  BSE ERADICATION COMP ENSATION PAYMENTS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Ireland's Programme is intended to monitor, control and ultimately eradicate BSE from the national 
herd. It includes the identification and slaughter of cohort and progeny animals outs ide of the food 
chain associated with a positive BSE case. The programme also includes active surveillance of all 
fallen bovine animals greater than 48 months of age, casualty and emergency slaughtered animals 
in slaughter houses as well as BSE clinical su spects identified at slaughter house plants on 
ante mortem inspection and on farm through passive surveillance in accordance with Regulation 
(EC) No.  999/2001 of the European Parliament and the Council as amended.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Regulation (EC) No. 999/2001 of the European Parliament and the Council as amended. Regulation 
(EC) 1069/2009 and implemented by Regulation (EU) 142/2011.  
 
4. Form of the subs idy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Compensation payment.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
To the herd owner. A valuation in each case sets the rate of compensation, half of which is met by 
the EU to a maximum of €500 per animal.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total compensation was €2,200, with €1,000 recouped from the EU. State subsidy was €1,000, for 
2 animals with an average recoupment per animal of €500.00 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
1990 to date.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature an d scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subs idized product(s) 
or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
8  TSE ERADICATION COMP ENSATION P AYMENTS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This is a Program me for monitoring, control and eradication of scrapie involving genotyping and 
partial depopulation of (classical) infected sheep flocks and full depopulation of infected sheep flocks 
in exceptional circumstances and goat herds, active surveillance in slau ghter plants, fallen animals 
at intermediate plants (knackeries) and the continued implementation of a National Genotyping 
Programme. Control and Eradication is also achieved by passive surveillance on farm and on 
ante mortem examination at slaughter plant s. 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Regulation (EC) No. 999/2001 of the European Parliament and the Council as amended. 
Regulation  (EC) 1069/2009 and implemented by Regula tion (EU) 142/2011.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Compensation payment.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
To the flock owner. A valuation in each case sets the rate of compensation, half of which is met by 
the EU to a maximum of €70 per animal.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total compensation was €120,166.67, with €54,040.00 recouped from the EU. State subsidy wa s 
€54,040.00, for 722 animals with average recoupment per animal of €74.85.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
1990 to date.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of th e trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of pr oduction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized product(s) 
or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the lates t year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
9  SEAFOOD CAPITAL INVE STMENT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the development of seafood processing companies through a capital 
expenditure grant aid programme.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it i s granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent  with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord I ascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€2,015,503 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsi dy. 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
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  10  SEAFOOD SCALING AND NEW MARK ET DEVELOPMENT SCHEM E 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports collectives of seafood processing companies in Projects that support co -
operation in developing new markets and scaling.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases whe re this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€337,862 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent pos sible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact  on trade.  
 
11  SEAFOOD INNOVATION A ND BUSINESS PLANNING  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme promotes innovation and business planning by seafood processing companies through 
a grant aid programme.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for tha t subsidy  
 
€1,447,032 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting a n assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
includ e statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, s hould be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
12  SUSTAINABLE AQUACULT URE SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This scheme provides supports for the following project types : 
• Project Type 1:  Assistance towards 3rd party fees for Organic Aquaculture Certification . 
• Projects Type 2: Compensation for losses due to bio-toxin harvesting suspension . 
• Projects Type 3:  Purchase of new equipment for licensed aquaculture sites and 
construction of premises . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Ope rational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,478,140 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsi dy. 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
13  KNOWLEDGE GATEWAY SC HEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Knowledge Gateway Scheme, provides supports for the knowledge based activities 
including : 
• Applied Innovation and Technology ; 
• Animal Welfare & Disease Management ; 
• Advisory Services . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€ 1,462,582 . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time l imits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsid ized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
14  PRODUCER ORGANISATIO N SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This scheme provides supports to Prod ucer Organisations for the preparation and implementation of 
Production and Marketing Plans under the EU Common Market Organisation Regulation. Production 
and Marketing Plans (PMP) provide for a range of actions which the Producer Organisations propose 
to implement. Expenditure related to the implementation of identified measures in the PMP is eligible 
for support.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and th e EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€520,871 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Until end of Irelan d's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statis tics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on tr ade. 
 
15  SUSTAINABLE FISHERIE S SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This scheme is specifically designed to assist all those directly involved or soon to be involved 
in implementing the landing obligation.  Particular attention is paid to the promotion of 
operations which integrate producing, processing and marketing activities of the supply 
chain, or which consist of innovative processes or methods. The scheme also suppor ts the 
processing of unwanted catches and investment in on -board capital equipment in line with 
the Scheme. The Scheme contains three sub sections to which applications may be made:  
 
PART A: Public Interest Projects  
Public Interest Projects provide grant a id to technical or scientific bodies (recognised by the 
Managing Authority) to undertake projects in the collective interest and benefit of the 
catching sector or a significant part thereof.  
 
PART B: Fleet Improvement Projects  
Fleet Improvement Projects p rovide grant aid to the owners of commercial fishing vessels 
for the purchase of capital equipment.  
 
PART C: Quality and Added Value Projects  
Quality and added value projects provide grant aid to groups of fishermen, producer 
organisations, cooperatives a nd in certain cases processors to undertake projects at fishing 
ports and landing sites and other appropriate locations ashore.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Schem e is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and  the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational  Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Part A €1,158,498  
Part B €802,093  
Part C €694,449  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s ) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
16  INSHORE FISHERIES CO NSERVATION AND MANAG EMENT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Scheme seeks to enhanc e the sustainability of inshore fisheries, in particular small  scale coastal 
fisheries, through stabilising and restoring inshore fish stocks, avoiding or reducing catch of juvenile 
and depleted stocks and reducing the impact of inshore fisheries on the ma rine environment, 
including in particular species and habitats protected under Natura 2000.  The scheme supports 
implementation of actions identified in the Small Scale Coastal Fisheries Action Plan, in particular 
measures for enhanced management and conser vation of inshore stocks, including for example 
v-notching of lobster, development and deployment of more selective fishing gear and preparation, 
implementation and monitoring of management plans for inshore stocks.  
 
3. Background and authority for the sub sidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and  the EU. The schem e provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€ 342,233 . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/o r any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The sp ecific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exp orts of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of t he subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
17  NEW FISHERMAN SCHEME   
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this Scheme is to contribute to maintaining a balance between available fishing 
capacity and fishing opportunities in particular fleet segments by encouraging younger fishermen to 
enter balanced fleet segments. This Scheme provides a grant  to young fishermen (under 40 years of 
age) to establish themselves in the fishing industry by aiding the acquisition cost of their first fishing 
vessel. The vessel must be between 5 and 30 years old. The Scheme aids up to 25% of the acquisition 
costs of t he vessel or €75,000, whichever is the lesser.  
 
The Scheme is restricted to fleet segments that are identified as balanced with fishing opportunities 
in the most recent Irish Fleet Annual Report submitted to the European Commission .1 
 
3. Background and aut hority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU.  The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€55,800 . 
                                                
1 A Fleet Report is submitted by Ireland each year to the European Commission in accordance with 
article  22 of the Common Fisheries Policy (Regulation 1380/2013). This Report analyses by DCF segment the 
balance between the fishing capacity of Ireland’s fleet  and its fishing opportunities. The report seeks to identify 
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  7. Duration of the su bsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the in troduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
18  FLEET SAFETY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme suppor ts Marine Fishing Vessel (MFV) owners in purchasing of defined safety equipment 
for their vessel.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered under EU Fisheries De Minimis  Regulation and as such is 100% financed 
by the Government of Ireland.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct  payment to the beneficiaries, via An Board Iascaigh Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€718,504 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits at tached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Unspecified . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
19  MARINE TOURISM SCHEM E 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports Marine Tourism Vessel owners in purchasing of defined safety equipment for 
their vessel.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered under EU Fisheries De Minimis  Regulation and as such is 100% financed 
by the Government of Ireland . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€9,791 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Unspecified . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inform ation 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and m eaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
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  20  ENHANCED SAFETY SCHE ME 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Scheme provides grant aid support to MFV owners whose crew have completed the Enhanced 
Safety Training Scheme to purchase integrated Personal Floatation Device (PFD) / Personal Locator 
Beacon (PLB) . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered under EU Fisheries De Minimis  Regulation and as such is 100% financed 
by the Government of Ireland.  
 
4. Form of the  subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this i s not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€56,557 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Unspecified . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inform ation 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
21  FISHERIES LOCAL AREA  DEVELOPMENT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the no tification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme provides supports to selected groups (FLAGs) in coastal communities to develop and 
implement Local Development Strategies to  create growth and jobs in those areas, in particul ar by 
adding value to fishery and aquaculture products and diversifying the local economy towards new 
economic activities, in particular those offered by 'blue growth ' and the broader maritime sectors. G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  Local Development  Strategies prioritise actions within  the seafood sector and the broader maritime 
economy.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) O perational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax co ncession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Board Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,774,563 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 D ecember 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, howev er, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representati ve year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
22  SEAFOOD PROMOTION SC HEME  
1. Period covered by  the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the promotion of seafood products through participation at international trade 
fairs. 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union.  
 
4. Form of t he subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to Ireland 's National food promotion agency Bord Bia.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amoun t or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€919,790 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until the end of the Operational Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable  that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
23  AFFORESTATION GRANT AND PREMIUM SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To develop an internationally competitive and sustainable forest sector that provides a full range of 
economic, environmental and social benefits to society and which accords wi th the Forest Europe 
definition of sustainable forest management . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and th e Marine and is 
funded from the National Exchequer.  
• Forestry Programme 2014 -2020: Ireland;  
• European Union Guidelines on State aid for agriculture and forestry and in rural areas 
2014 to 2020 addressing in particular the Common Assessment Principles ; 
• Regulation (EU) no 1305/2013 of the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
(EAFRD) and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Establishment grants are paid followed by annual premiums . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The subsidy is provided to landowners  in the form of establishment grants and 15 annual premiums . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €90,000,000 - €100,000,000 each year - shared with For est Management Schemes 
below . G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of  the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
Further information may be obtained from Forestry Programme 2014 – 2020: 
Ireland.  
 
24  WOODLAND IMPROVEMENT  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of th e subsidy  
 
The aim is to stimulate investment in the improvement, protection and development of broadleaf 
woodlands and forests for a range of functions, including: healthy tree growth, landscape 
improvement, biodiversity enhancement, soil protection and w ater protection.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Excheque r. 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The grant is paid to certain private broadleaf forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€750 per hectare.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of prod uction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade . 
 
25  FOREST RO AD SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To facilitate access to forestry to enable thinning, harvesting and to carry out similar construction 
operations.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is a dministered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
A maximum of 100% of total costs of building forest roads will be funded subject to the maximum 
payment of up to €40/m excluding VAT to a maximum of 20m/ha.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and s cope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidi zed 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or prece ding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade . 
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  26  RECONSTITUTION SC HEME 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To restore and retain forests and forest ecosystems following significant damage by natural causes.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marin e and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the tot al amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Scheme  €/ha  
Windblow  1,700 or 50% of eligible costs  
Ash Dieback  Site Clearance  1,500  
 Replanting  2,500 for Conifers and 3,800 for 
Broadleaves  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Memb er. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
27  NEIGHBOURWOOD SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
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  2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Neighbourwood  Scheme will provide support for the development of new and existing "close to 
home " woodland or "neighbourwoods " for public access, education, recreation and enjoyment on 
land in or near villages, towns and cities.  
 
3. Background and authority for the sub sidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax conces sion, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Local authorities and private land owners.  
 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Grant Premium Category  Total Grant (€/ha)  
Element 1: Neighbourwood Enhancement  5,000  
Element 2: Neighbourwood Establishment  5,000  
Element 3: Recreational facilities (first 10 ha)  3,800  
Element 3: Recreational facilities (Each additional hectare, up to 40 ha)  2,300  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s ) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last  major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
28  NATIVE WO ODLAND CONSERVATION SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
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  2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To support the protection and enhancement of existing native woodland, primarily to protect and 
enhance native woodland ecosystems.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private and public forest o wners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Grant assistance could be available in respect of 100% of the total approved costs incurred, subject 
to the maximum limit as follows : 
 
Owner Type  Total grant (€/ha)  
Private Land Owner  Existing "High Forest " woodland incl. 
existing conifer canopy  5,000  
Emergent Native Woodland  2,500  
Public Land Owner  2,500  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which stati stics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on t rade. 
 
29  KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
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  2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the scheme is to maximise the potential for knowledge and skill transfer to forest owners, 
thereby stimulating proactive management and appropriate tending, thinning and harvesting 
interventions.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agric ulture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Forest Owners, forest Producer groups and forestry companies . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€490 maximum per participant and €6500 organiser payment per group.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attac hed to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
exten t possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics  are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
30  FOREST GENETIC REPRO DUCTIVE MATERIAL  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The primary objectives are to increase productivity and improve the quality of new planting stock; 
increase self-sufficiency in tree seed production; provide for in -situ and ex -situ conservation of forest 
genetic resources; and provide breeding populations of designated broadleaf and conifer species.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identi fication of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
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  4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €80,000.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy a nd/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of t he notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Furth er information may be obtained from  Forestry Programme 2014 – 2020: Ireland  
 
31  FOREST MANAGEMENT SC HEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2.. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To develop an internationally competitive and sustainable forest sector that provides a full range of 
economic, environmental and social benefits to society and which accords with the Forest Europe 
definition of sustainable forest management.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including ide ntification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Establishment grants are paid followed by annual premiums.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €100,000,00 each year – shared with Afforestation Grant and Premium Scheme 
above.  
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an a ssessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include s tatistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, shou ld be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Prolongation of SA162/07 . 
 
32  FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN S 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To establish forest management plans. The aim of this scheme is to encourage the submission of 
FMPs for all forests over 5 hectares when the forest reaches 12 years.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the leg islation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture. Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how t he subsidy is provided  
 
Private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
See Forest Management Scheme, above.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifyi ng Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent yea rs for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to ha ve an impact on trade . 
 
33  INNOVATIVE FOREST TE CHNOLOGY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To encourage the introduction and adoption of new technologies in Ireland 's forestry sector. The 
measure will support private forest holders, producer groups and forestry contractors to procure and 
develop innovative technologies for use in the management of private forests in Ireland.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identifica tion of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture. Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Timber transport operators.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
40% of total eligible costs to a maximum €10,000 per vehicle.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector (s): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
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  34  DEPOPULATION GRANT ( TB/BR ERADICATION SC HEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
A farmer whose herd is depopulated (totally or partially) in the interest of the control of 
TB/Brucellosis may qualify for Depopulation Grants.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Depopulation 
Grants are paid for each animal removed under the depopulation measure and for those removed 
as reactors since the holding was restricted.  
 
Compensation payable for the Depopul ation Grant under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication Scheme is 
non-statutory. Entitlement to compensation is conditional on owners complying with the Animal 
Health and Welfare Act 2013 and any Orders made there under, with movement, identification and 
other co ntrols laid down under the Diseases Eradication Scheme and other national/EU legislative 
requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and products of bovine animals administrated 
by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
4. Form of the  subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Herd Type  Animal  Stable Herds  Herds operating as 
Feedlot  
(ER37F activated) / 
Dealer Herds  
Dairy Herd  Cows / In -Calf Heifers / 
Pedigree Bulls > 12 months  Rate (€)  Rate (€)  
220.00  
(55 per month ) Nil 
Suckler Herd  Cows / In -Calf Heifers / 
Pedigree Bulls > 12 months  152.36  
(38.09 per Month ) Nil 
All Herd Types  All Other Animals  76.16  
(19.04 per month ) Nil 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The subsidy is paid by the Department direct to eligible farmers as a headage payment in respect of 
reactor animals removed under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication Schemes where depopulation/partial 
depopulation is offered by the Department where deemed necessary and where the depopulation is 
accepted.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total Depopulation Grant paid in 2017 – TB Scheme: €259,449 .  
Total BR Depopulation Grant paid in 2017 – BR Scheme: €0.00. 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy is payable from 1 January to 31 December. The start and end date are specific to each 
eligible holding. Payment applies only during periods of restriction. The Depopulation grants noted 
above represent the maximum available in respect of a four  month rest period following depopulation 
with pro rata deductions if the rest period is less than 4 months and is limited to a specified period 
during which the holding cannot be restocked.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effect s of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, cons umption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) For the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) For a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should 
be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last 
major change in the subsidy.  
The subsidy is designed to compensate farmers for lost income arising from the 
depopulation of their herds as a result of disease and does not have any impact on 
trade. 
 
35  ON FARM MARKET VALUA TION SCHEME (TB/BR E RADICATION SCHEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The On  Farm Market Valuation (OFMV) Scheme is the principal compensation measure available to 
farmers whose herds are affected by TB and Brucellosis. Payment is made to herd owners in respect 
of animals removed as reactors.  
 
3. Background and authority for the s ubsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is in place 
since 2 April 2002 when it replaced the Reactor Grant element of the compensatio n regime. Payment 
is designed to compensate herd owners for the loss of animals removed under the scheme and is 
based on the Market Value of animals which is the equivalent price which might reasonably be 
obtained for the animal at the time of determinatio n of compensation, from a purchaser in an open 
market, if the animal were not affected by TB/ Brucellosis, subject to certain limits applying. The 
Scheme is an inherent part of the national eradication programme and is notified to the Commission 
in the dis ease programme submitted annually in the application for EU co -financing of disease 
programmes. The compensation payable under the OFMV TB scheme was co -financed with provision 
for reimbursement of this measure subject to a ceiling of 50% of expenditure on  compensation, with 
a maximum average of €375 payable per animal.  
 
Compensation payable for the On Farm Market Valuation Scheme is statutory and is legislated for 
under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 (No.15 of 2013) and Animal Health and Welfare 
(Bovine Tuberculosis) Regulations 2015 (S.I. No 58 of 2015).  Entitlement to compensation is 
conditional on owners complying with the Disease of Animals Act 1966 and any Orders made there 
under, with movement, identification and other controls laid down unde r the Diseases Eradication 
Scheme and other national/EU legislative requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and 
products of bovine animals administrated by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
Amounts included below represent o nly those amounts funded by the state.  
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  4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Reactor animals removed under the On Farm Market Valuation Scheme are valued by suitably 
qualified independent Valuers approved by the Department. The  scheme provides that the farmer 
receives the market value for the animals if the animal that might be obtained in the open market 
if the animal was not affected by TB/ Brucellosis. The scheme allows for a maximum ceiling payment 
of €3,000, inclusive of fa ctory salvage price, in respect of any individual animals, except in the case 
of one stock bull and one pedigree stock bull per breakdown episode where a ceiling of €4,000 and 
€5,000 applies respectively, inclusive of factory salvage price.  
 
5. To whom and  how the subsidy is provided  
 
Following valuation, reactor animals are removed for slaughter to a designated factory where salvage 
value, as determined by the factory based on a competitive tender, is paid directly to the herd 
owner. The Department pays th e herd owner the differential between the live animal market value 
determined by the Valuer prior to removal of the animal, (subject to ceilings) and the salvage value 
paid by the factory.  
 
Summary market prices collected by the Department are supplied to Valuers each week and on -
going monitoring of valuations is carried out by the Department.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The total amount paid under  this scheme in 2017 was €10,499,663. Of this amount, the amount 
claimable in respect of animals slaughtered in 2017 (under the EU approved TB Programme), from 
the EU was €5,143,030 :  
State funded aspect for 2017 = €5,356,633.  
Total BR Grant paid in 2017 – BR Scheme: €0.00  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Payments under the scheme are made on an on -going basis for all eligible animals removed duri ng 
the period of restriction of the herd.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant  and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme is designed to compensate farmers for losses arising  from the removal 
of reactors and does not have any impact on trade.  
 
36  INCOME SUPPLEMENT SCH EME (TB/BR ERADICATI ON SCHEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
Income Supplement is payable in cases where a TB breakdown results in the removal of 
more than 10% of animals in a herd and where depopulation is not deemed appropriate.  
Dairy herds  qualify for consideration for payment under the scheme where at least 10% 
of the dairy cows are removed as reactors.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Income Suppleme nt is in operation since 1 July 1994. The Scheme is implemented by the 
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Payment is in respect of each animal removed as 
a reactor from a herd. Income Supplement is payable in cases where disease breakdown resu lts in 
the removal of more than 10% of all animals in a herd and where depopulation is not deemed 
appropriate.  
 
Compensation payable for the income Supplement Scheme under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication 
Scheme is non -statutory. Entitlement to compensation is conditional on owners complying with the 
Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 and any Orders made there under, with movement, 
identification and other controls laid down under the Diseases Eradication Scheme and other 
national/EU legislative requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and products of bovine 
animals administrated by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The rates currently in force are as follows:  
 
Herd Type  Animal  Stable Herds  Herds operating as Feedlot 
(ER37F activated) / Dealer 
Herds  
Dairy Herd  *Cows in a Dairy Herd  Rate (€)  Rate (€)  
55 Nil 
Suckler Herd  Cows in a Suckler Herd  38.09  Nil 
All Herd Types  All other Animals  25.39  Nil 
* where an ER83 declaring beef breed cows in a Dairy Herd has been received the Suckler Cow rate will apply 
where any of the cows listed are removed as a reactor  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Income Supplement is paid by the Department directly to eligible farmers following determination 
of eligibility.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total Income Supplement Grant paid 2017: €2,771,2 42. 
Total BR income Supplement Grant paid in 2017 – BR Scheme: € 0.00.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The Income Supplement Scheme runs from 1 January to 31 December and applies only during the 
period of restriction.  
 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, re levant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available ; 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme is designed to compensate farmers for losses a rising from the removal 
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  37  HARDSHIP GRANT SCHEME  (TB/BR ERADICATION SCHEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The grant is aimed at assisting eligible owners/keepers whose holding is restricted due to a TB or 
Brucellosis outbreak. It is intended to facilitate the purchase of fodder where animals are retained 
and fed during periods of restriction between 1 November and 30 April.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. This Scheme 
is designed to alleviate the costs difficulty of som e owner/keepers whose holdings are restricted on 
foot of a herd re test for TB/ Brucellosis and where animals are retained and fed during periods of 
restriction. Potentially eligible owner/keepers must meet certain conditions including that they must 
not have any off farm income.  
Compensation payable for the Hardship Grant under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication Scheme is 
non-statutory. Entitlement to compensation is conditional on owners complying with the Animal 
Health and Welfare Act 2013 and any Orders mad e there under, with movement, identification and 
other controls laid down under the Diseases Eradication Scheme and other national/EU legislative 
requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and products of bovine animals administrated 
by the Minis ter for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The subsidy is payable on animals in a restricted herd subject to a maximum payment of up €250.00 
per month for a period not exceeding four months within the period 1 November to 30 April.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The onus is on eligible owners/keepers to complete and return the relevant Application Form, as 
entitlement for eligibility can only be determined from the date of recei pt of the application. Only 
one application for this grant can be made during the relevant period November to April. The 
Hardship grants are paid by the Department directly to eligible farmers.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total Hardship Grant paid 2017: €513,605 . 
Total BR Hardship Grant paid in 2017 – BR Scheme: €0.00. 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The Hardship Grant Scheme has been in operation since 1996. The grant is payable in respect of a 
period not exceeding four months for the months 1 November to 30 April.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effe cts of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, co nsumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year prece ding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The subsidy is designed to compensate farmers for the additional costs of feeding 
cattle and does not have any impact on trade.  
 
38  SCHEME OF PAYMENT TO  HAULIER COMPANIES FOR REMOVING DISEASE D ANIMALS 
DIRECT TO SLAUGHTER  
1. Period covered by the notification  
  
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
A key measure for eradication of bovine Tuberculosis is that all reactor animals must be removed 
from the farm immediately (free of charge) via a Reactor Collection Service to a registered meat  
export premises involved in the slaughter of reactor animals (except where removal  to a knackery 
is appropriate) . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The service is operated  by the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) on the basis of  
contract awarded to private haulier businesses following a competitive procurement process in line 
with European procurement rules. Each haulier business successful in the procuremen t process signs 
a contract with DAFM for the provision of haulier services.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The scheme provides that relevant Haulier companies selected to remove the animals receive the 
relevant Haulier t ender rate applicable to each vehicle used to carry reactor animals.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The Haulier businesses submit their invoices for the Reactor collection service to the relevant  DAFM 
Regional Veterinary Office (RVO). The inv oice is prepared, validated and certified for payment by 
the relevant RVO on DAFM 's Animal Health Computer System (AHCS) in order that Haulier business 
receives payment for the service provided.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible,  the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The total amount paid under this scheme in 2017 was €837,928 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Payments under the scheme are made on an on -going basis to Haulier businesses in line with the 
terms of the contractual terms agreed between DAFM and each Haulier.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The speci fic 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and export s of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme is aimed at contributing to DAFM 's strategy to eradicate bovine 
Tuberculosis by 2030 and to assist with DAFM 's Brucellosis Monitoring programme. 
As such, it does not have any impact on trade.  
 
39  SCHEME OF PAYMENT TO  PRIVATE VETERINARY PRACTITIONERS (PVP 'S) FOR 
TESTING OF ANIMALS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
A key measure for eradication of bovine Tuberculosis involves regular testing of herds and, in order 
to comply with EU Trade rules,  an annual herd testing programme is in place involving the testing 
of all eligible animals in every herd every year.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (i ncluding identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Farmers are responsible for arranging annual herd tests with their private veterinary practitioners 
(PVPs) within timescales prescribed by the Department. The general rule is that a far mer will make 
payment for the TB test to the PVP carrying out the test except where reactors are disclosed. The 
Department will ordinarily pay for any second or subsequent herd level TB test completed within the 
12-month period. Payment for such tests will  be made directly to the PVP and not to the farmer.  
 
To be eligible for consideration for approval to carry out approved tests, to conduct the single 
intradermal comparative tuberculin test (SICTT) for bovine Tuberculosis and sampling for 
Brucellosis under  the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, Regulations made thereunder 
and related EU legislation, PVPs must:  
 
• Be entered in the current Register of Veterinary Practitioners for Ireland;  
• Be appointed by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, in exercise of the 
powers conferred on him by Section 37(1) of the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 
(No 15 of 2013), to exercise the functions of an authorised officer set out in 
Section  38(1) of that Act for the purposes of carrying out bovine t uberculosis and 
brucellosis testing/sampling under the Brucellosis in Cattle (General Provisions) 
Order  1991 (SI  114 of 1991) as amended and the Animal Health and Welfare (Bovine 
Tuberculosis) Regulations 2015 (SI 58 of 2015);  
• Commit formally and adhere st rictly to the terms, conditions and instructions laid down 
in the ER4 Terms of Engagement  for PVPs involved in testing and sampling under the 
bovine Tuberculosi Eradication and Brucellosi Monitoring Programmes   
• Attend at a training course if required to do  so by the Minister;  
• Ensure that the equipment used in the tests meets the requirements specified in Part B 
of the ER4 Terms of Engagement;  
• Comply with such criteria in relation to testing and sampling as the Minister may 
determine from time to time;  
• Use a nd update the unique identity codes (user code and password) and access number 
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  Health Computer System (AHCS2) and keep details of these confidential. A VP must not 
allow any other person access to their identity codes and/or PIN as this would fail to 
protect the integrity of the veterinary certification process and could facilitate false 
certification of a test.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession,  etc.) 
 
The scheme provides that the PVP receives the relevant TB testing fee rate for the number of animals 
tested. The Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine sets TB testing rate fee to be paid.  
  
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Following completion of herd/animal level test on a farm the results of test including number of 
animals tested is submitted to the Department for payment via Animal Health Computer System 
from actual testing PVP. The herd/animal level test is then validat ed and certified for Department 
paid testing in order that PVP can be paid for relevant test.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
The total amount paid under this s cheme in 2017 was €7,048,330 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Payments to PVPs for TB and Brucellosis Department paid tests are paid for on an on -going basis to 
PVPs who pe rform the function and who commit formally for each year 's Programmes to the ER4 
Terms of Engagement for PVPs.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the s ubsidy.  
The scheme is aimed at contributing to the Department 's strategy to eradicate 
bovine Tuberculosis by 2030 and to assist with the Department 's Brucellosis 
Monitoring programme. As such, it does not have any impact on trade.  
 
40  DATA COLLECTION  SCHEME   
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the data collection required to produce scientific advice for Common Fisheries 
Policy (CFP) implementation. It aims to improve and supply s cientific knowledge and collection and 
management of data.  
 
                                                
2 Guidance in use of AHCS e.g. data entry, part herd test date recording etc. is available from the RVO . 
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EM FF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. The 
scheme provides funding to the Marine Institute as beneficiary to fund the data collection programme  
as outlined in the Operational Programme of the E MFF and legally required under the Data Collection 
Framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/1004) and the multiannual Union Programme EUMAP under (EU) 
2016/1251.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant Aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the s ubsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€7,945,331.33 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the t rade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of produ ction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
41  MARINE BIODIVERSITY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the Marine Biodiversity Scheme, as set out in the EMFF OP is to promote good 
fisheries and aquaculture management and to protect biodiversity in marine habitats. This will 
support implementation of the Common Fisher ies Policy (CFP) and compliance with the Habitats and 
Birds Directives (Natura 2000) and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). The scheme 
supports the monitoring and reduction of risks posed by fisheries and aquaculture to biodiversity, 
the colle ction of data to assess the impact of fisheries and aquaculture on biodiversity, and measures 
to restore and manage habitats and species.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. The 
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  implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and compliance with the Habitats and Birds 
Directives (Natura 2000) and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc .) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted f or that subsidy  
 
€1,322,272.63 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inform ation 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and m eaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
42  BLUE GROWTH AND MARI NE SPATIAL PLANNING SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notificat ion 
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the Scheme is to address a number of needs identified under Ireland 's 
European Maritime and Fisheries Fund Operational Programme. These include:  
 
• Improving data and knowledge generation, management and sharing; including the 
development of new products and services (e.g. Ireland Marine Atlas and delivery to 
EMODNET), in support of a range of policies and directives such as Common Fisheries 
Policy, Natura, Marine Strat egy Framework Directive and Maritime Spatial Planning ; 
• Collecting, collating and mapping accurate, up -to-date spatial and temporal information 
on marine ecosystems and human activities taking place within Ireland 's maritime 
domain to support marine spatial  planning ; 
• Developing strong marine spatial data analysis, modelling and decision support 
capabilities ; 
• Developing integrated/coordinated marine and coastal planning and licensing in order to 
sustainably maximise the potential for Ireland 's ocean economy ; 
• Better understanding the implication of climate change on ecosystem goods and services 
and human activities through monitoring and modelling ; 
• Delivering social and economic development objectives, consistent with our 
environmental obligations and Ireland 's Integrated Marine Plan – Harnessing Our Ocean 
Wealth.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union under  Ireland 's 
European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational Programme 2014 -2020. The scheme is 
providing technical and scientific support for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan for Ireland 
and to support other objectives of the Integrated Mari time Policy.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€95,441 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the end of the EMF F Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant an d/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any direct impact on trade.  
 
43  CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) through the 
monitoring, control and enforcement of fisheries legislatio ns.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) 
Operational Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by Go vernment of Ireland and the 
European Union. The scheme provides funding to the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority 
(SFPA), Department of Defence and Department of Agriculture Food and Marine for projects 
that support control and enforcement of the CFP.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority, Department of Agriculture Food and Marine 
and Department of Defence.  
 
6. Subsidy pe r unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€4,139,376 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
For the duration of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the no tifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recen t years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
44  SCHEME OF GRANT AID FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ORGANIC SECTO R – OFF- 
FARM 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the Scheme is to facilitate the development of the organic sector so as to ensure a regular 
supply of high quality organic produce to the market.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is approved as an alternative enterprise sub -measure under the Capital Investment 
Plan 2016 – 2021.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Financial assistance is directed towards projects which:  
• Improve the organic sector and provide the producers of the basic product with an 
opportunity of enhanc ing income ; 
• Help to guide production in line with foreseeable market trends or encourage the 
development of new outlets for agricultural products ; 
• Help to improve production, handling and preparation of organic produce ; 
• Facilitate the adoption and application of new technologies ; 
• Help to ensure the adoption of "best practice" within the organic . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
This Scheme will p rovide financial assistance in respect of approved investments/development 
projects as follows: Developing facilities for preparation, grading, packing, storage, distribution, or 
the sale of organic products as part of a wider organic operation.  
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  6. Subsid y per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The grant aid is payable at 40% of the eligible cost. However,  the maximum subsidy payable for off -
farm investment is €500,000 over the dur ation of the Scheme.  
Projects costing less than €3,000 will not be eligible for grant assistance.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Subsidies are made as one -off payments on certain investments. Appli cants are entitled to apply for 
several payments of subsidies on different investments subject to the maximum ceiling.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of th e subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
While we do not perceive the measure to have any impact on trade,  we acknowledge it 
enables organic operators to avail of new technologies to develop the organic sector in 
Ireland:  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
 
45  SCHEME OF GRANT AID FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF  THE ORGANIC SECTOR – ON- FARM  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the Scheme is to facilitate the development of the organic sector so as to ensure a regular 
supply of high quality organic produce to the market.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is approved as an alternative enterprise sub -measure under the Capital Investment 
Plan 2016 – 2021.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Financial assistance is directed towards projects which:  
 
• Improve the organic sector and provide the producers of the basic product with an 
opportunity of enhancing income ; 
• Help to guide production in line with foreseeable market trends or encourage the 
development of new outlets for agricultural products ; 
• Help to improve production, handling and preparation of organic produce ; 
• Facilitate the adoption and application of new technologies ; 
• Help to ensure the adoption of "best practice" within the organic.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
This Sch eme will provide financial assistance in respect of approved investments/development 
projects as follows: Developing facilities for preparation, grading, packing, storage, distribution, or 
the sale of organic products as part of a wider organic operation.  
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The grant aid is payable at 40% of the eligible cost. However,  the maximum subsidy payable for on -
farm investment is €60,000 over the duration of the Scheme.  
 
Projects costing less than €1,500 will not be eligible for grant assistance.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including  date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Subsidies are made as one -off payments on certain investments. Applicants are entitled to apply for 
several payments of subsidies on different investments subject to the maximum ceiling.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an a ssessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include s tatistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
While we do not perceive the measure to have any impact on trade,  we acknowledge it 
enables organic operators to avail of new technologies to develop the organic sector in 
Ireland:  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or precedin g the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
 
46  EQUINE INFRASTRUCTURE S 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To maximise the potential of horse breeding and production, support is provided to ensure 
continued improvement in quality through breeding improvement, research and development 
actions.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
This is funded by the National vote under  Equine Technical Support & Equine Breeding 
Schemes programme.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Payment is made to Equine Research Institute & Stud Book Operators following 
submission to DAFM of vouched eligible expenditure.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€850,000.  
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The 
specific  nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the  extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable 
that such  information include statistics of production, consumption, imports and 
exports of the  subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
 (a) for the three most re cent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsi dy; 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
47  ASSISTANCE FOR THE NO N-THOROUGHBRED HORSE  INDUSTRY  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To promote and develop the Sport Horse Industry.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under  which it is granted ) 
 
Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) is the national governing body for equestrian sport in Ireland. The 
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine pays an annual grant to the HSI to assist it 
in meeting its functions.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Payment is made to Horse Sport Ireland following submission  to DAFM of vouched eligible 
expenditure.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€2,000,000 (one payment).  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The 
specific  nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the  extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable 
that such  information include statistics of production, consumption, imports and 
exports of the  subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
 (a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy ; 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
48  HUMAN RESOURCES (INT ERNATIONAL EQUINE IN STITUTE)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. This grant is no longer in operation.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of this funding is to develop and deliver third level non degree courses in equine 
science to meet the needs of the horse industry thereby improving the skill level of the 
workforce in this sector.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under  which it is granted ) 
 
This is funded by the National vote under Equine Technical Support & Equine Breeding 
Schemes programme.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Payment is made to International Equine Institute, University of Limerick following submission 
to DAFM of vouched eligible expenditure.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the a nnual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Nil. 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
No longer running.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  49  IMPROVEMENT IN CATTL E AND SHEEP BREEDING   
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or  purpose of the subsidy  
 
To finance development work by the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) on cattle and 
sheep breed improvement programmes.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under  which it is granted ) 
 
Funding provides for expenditure on activities centred on breed improvement in the cattle 
sector and for the provision of consultancy services and technical expertise to the Irish Sheep 
Industry. It is funded by the Irish Government.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF).  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budge ted for that subsidy  
 
€1,435,000 (one payment).  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The 
specific  nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the  extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable 
that such  information include statistics of production, consumption, imports and 
exports of the  subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
 (a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy ; 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
 
50  G IN A CATTLE  BREEDING  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
State funding is provided to carry out performance recording, assessment of genetic value and 
publication of breeding values for dairy and beef cattle.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under  which it is granted ) 
 
Government Decision S29854 of 21 May 1997 approved the active participation of this 
Department in ICBF and the provision of support/grant assistance to that organisation.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF).  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€990,000 (one payment).  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The 
specific  nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the  extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable 
that such  information include statistics of production, consumption, imports  and 
exports of the  subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
 (a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
51  PREMIUM FROM KERRY C ATTLE L IVE CALVES  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose  of the subsidy  
 
The object of the scheme is to encourage the maintenance of a number of separate herds  of 
Kerry Cattle in Ireland and the creation and maintenance of a sufficient reserve of pure bred 
breeding stock.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Kerry breed is an exclusively Irish species of livestock with certain qualities that facilitated 
its development in an adverse environment (poor nutrition, poor quality la nd etc.). It has a 
relatively good milk yield for its size and feed intake. Consequently,  the conservation of this 
species of livestock as a pool of genetic material was considered prudent, for future scientific 
research and development of breeds suitable for specific Irish conditions.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
A premium of €120 per eligible calf is payable to Kerry Cattle Breeders subject to application 
being made and certain conditions being met . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€23,000 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible,  relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
  Not considered to have any i mpact on trade.  
 
52  STOCK RELIEF FOR YOU NG TRAINED FARMERS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective of stock relief for Young Trained Farmers is to allow the farm to build up livesto ck 
levels and allow development of the farm business . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Budget 2012 included a stock relief rate whereby farmers in registered partnerships are allowed a 
relief on income tax of 100% of the increase in value of trading stock and work -in-progress at the 
end of the accounting period over and above the opening value, for a four year period from the 
1 January 2012 up to the 31 December 2015 (renew ed to the 31/12/2018). The legal basis for the 
scheme is under section 667B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
A tax deduction applies in respect of increases in the value of farm trading stock.  The relief takes 
the form of a deduction from farming profits.  The deduction is 100% of the increase in value of 
trading stock for a qualifying young farmer.  
 
6. Subsidy per  unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 1 January 2012 to the 31 December 2018 . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most rec ent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subs idy; 
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
53  STOCK RELIEF FOR REG ISTERED FARM PARTNER SHIPS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective of stock relief for Registered Farm Partnerships is to allow the farm partnership 
to build up livestock levels and allow development of the farm business . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the le gislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Budget 2012 included a stock relief rate whereby farmers in registered partnerships are allowed a 
relief on income tax of 50% of the increase in value of trading stock and work -in-progress at the 
end of the accounting period over and above the opening value, for a four year period from the 
1 January 2012 up to the 31 December 2015 (renewed to the 31/12/2018). As outlined already 
certain young trained farmers in registered farm partnerships are allowed to claim a 100% st ock 
relief from 2013 onwards, thus the 50% rate is available to all other categories of farmers 
participating in registered farm partnerships. The legal basis for the 50% stock relief was 
Commission Regulation (EC) 1535/2007 on the application of the EC Tr eaty to de minimis  aid in the 
sector of agricultural production, which sets out that the total de minimis  aid to any individual farmer 
shall not exceed €15,000 over any three year period. (as the EU agri de minimis  Regulation was 
updated – EC 1408/2013).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
A tax deduction applies in respect of increases in the value of farm trading stock.  The relief takes 
the form of a deduction from  farming profits.  The deduction is 50% of the increase in value of trading 
stock for a partner in a Registered Farm Partnership.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The total amount budgeted is €0.003 million . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 1 January 2012 to the 31 December 2018 . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inform ation 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
54  AGRICULTURE CASHFLOW  SUPPORT LOAN SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
  
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme provided low -cost flexible working capital finance to farmers to address the impact of 
the change in the sterling exchange rate and lower commodity prices in some agriculture sectors in 
2016 and 2017 . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Agriculture Cash Flow Support Loan Scheme was developed by the Department in co -operation 
with t he Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI). It is a cash flow support facility, providing 
farmers with a low cost, flexible source of working capital and allowing them to pay down more 
expensive forms of short -term debt (e.g. merchant credit and ov erdrafts), ensuring the ongoing 
financial sustainability of viable farming enterprises.  
 
While provisions for the dairy and other livestock sectors were based on Commission Delegated 
Regulation (EU) 2016/1613  support outside of the livestock sector was notified under de minimis  
state aid regulations ( Commission Regulation (EU) 1408/2013 of 18 December 2013).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concessio n, etc. ) 
 
Loan. 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The Agriculture Cash Flow Support Loan Scheme was developed by the Department in co -operation 
with the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI). It is a cash flow support facility, providi ng 
farmers with a low cost, flexible source of working capital and allowing them to pay down more 
expensive forms of short -term debt (e.g. merchant credit and overdrafts), ensuring the ongoing 
financial sustainability of viable farming enterprises . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Loans of up to a maximum of 150,000 euros, with a total of 145 million euros made available . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any othe r time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from January 2017 to 30 September 2017 . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s ) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
55  CAPITAL GAINS TAX FO R FARM RESTRUCTURING  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective is to facilitate sales, purchases and swaps of land parcels to ensure more efficient 
and less fragmented farm structures.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
  
The legal basis for the scheme is under section 667B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Relief is only available to  claimants who are issued with a Farm Restructuring Certificate by Teagasc 
and is given by a tax concession.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
CGT relief for farm restructuring provides 100% relief for farm restructuring and parcel swaps with 
certain conditions to ensure a more efficient and less fragmented farm holding arises.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date o f 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 1 January 2013 and 31 December 2019.   
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the not ifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the s ubsidy ; 
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
56  SUCCESSION FARM PARTNERSHIP  
1. Period covered by the notification  
  
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Policy objective is to encourage farmers to transfer the farm business to their identified farming 
successor(s).  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
  
Succession farm partnerships are a new income tax incentive under Section 667D of the Taxes 
Consolidation Act 1997. This incentive can be availed of for the 2017 and subsequent income tax 
years. It applies only to partnerships that are registered on the register of succession farm 
partnerships maintained by the Department of Agriculture , Food and the Marine (DAFM).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
It applies only to partnerships that are registered on the register of succession farm partnership s 
maintained  by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM).  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Relief is available by way of an annual tax credit wor th up to €5,000 per annum for a five year 
period.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme began in June 2017 and is ongoing.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
57  COLLABORATIVE  FARMING  GRANT  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notifi cation  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the scheme is to encourage best practice in relation to the establishment of farm 
partnerships. Collaborative arrangements are desirable to encourage sustainable expansion of the 
sector.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Collaborative Farming Grant Scheme was introduced under the new Rural Development 
Programme 2014 -2020 to encourage farmers , who are establishing farm partnerships, to adopt best 
practice by engaging the help of experts when drawing up the farm partnership agreement. The 
grant is aimed at covering part of the legal, advisory and financial services costs incurred in the 
drawing  up of the Partnership Agreement.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The subsidy is in the form of a grant which covers up to 50% of the cost of engaging professional 
advisory services such as solicitors or accountants up to a ceiling of €2,500 per application to the 
DAFM register of farm partnerships.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The grant is paid on application to participants of the DAFM register of farm partnerships.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The maximum subsidy per unit is €2,500.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commenceme nt 
 
The scheme, which launched in July 2015, is operated in tranches that run every six months and is 
open to any newly established registered farm partnerships that have entered onto the register in 
the previous six months.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting  an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  N/A. 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
  Not considered to impact on trade . 
 
58  DAIRY  MILKING  SKILLS  PROGRAMME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Following the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 'Health Check' of 2008 when greater emphasis was 
placed on encouraging new entrants into dairying and new Schemes were introduced to facilitate 
this encouragement, many  farmers who converted from other enterprises to dairying or employed 
additional labour would not necessarily have engaged with the most up to date skills in the milking 
process.  
 
A deterioration in milking skills has been identified by the main stakeholders in the industry namely 
Teagasc, Animal Health Ireland (AHI) and the Farm Relief Services (FRS) as the biggest threat to 
ensuring sustained top quality milk, as production increa ses with the abolition of milk quotas.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted)  
 
The Minister and Department considered it worthwhile to support the Quality and Qualifications 
Ireland (QQI) accredited programme drawn up by Teagasc, AHI and FRS to address the milking skills 
deficit and consequently agreed to make a part contribution to the course costs being paid for those 
applicants who successfully complete the course.  
 
4.  Form of  the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. )  
 
Payment to FRS in respect of each applicant who successfully completed the course.  
 
5.  To whom and how the subsidy is provided   
 
To those certified as having completed the course – paid to FRS for distribution to successful 
applicants.  
 
6.  Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
50% of course cost (i.e. €250) for max 400 participants = €100,000.  
 
7.  Duration o f the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Started in 2014/2015 (no repeat applicants accepted).  
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  8.  Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of th e subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ):  
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
N/A. 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
Not considered to impact on trade.  
 
59  VOLUNTARY SUPPLY MAN AGEMENT SCHEME (VSMS ) 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2017. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The EU Voluntary Supply Management Scheme for dairy was a short term market stabilisation 
mechanism introduced by the EU Commission in 2016,  as part of a range of tools to mitigate price 
volatility  in the Dairy sector  
 
3. Background and authority  for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
In order to help milk and milk products sector find a new balance under the prevailing severe market 
situation and given that on the basis of available market analysi s at the time, no significant decrease 
in production volumes was expected until the end of 2017, it was appropriate that aid was made 
available to milk producers who voluntarily engaged in milk production reduction . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, lo an, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The aid package was a form of grant on production foregone in a  three month  period starting in 
October to December 2016. The reference period against which reduction was planned was the same 
period in 2015. Payments were made in the first 6months of 2017.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The grant is paid on applicati on to Department through Creamery producers.  Payment made directly 
into producer account.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The Aid package was designed to provide  aid of 14c/L. Total budget of €150m to cover all applicants 
across the EU and there was no individual allocations for Member States . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
In orde r to maximise use of the Scheme, a number of application periods were provided 
(Four Periods  – Two Utilised) until  the total volume of cow milk delivery reduction corresponding to 
the available budget was exhausted by aid applications. All payments to be m ade by June 2017 . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, ho wever, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  N/A. 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
  N/A – Once off payment.  
 
2018  
1  BOVINE VIRAL DIARRHO EA ERADICATION  PROGRAMME FINANCIAL SUPPORTS TO 
FARMERS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Eradication Programme (BVD) was introduced on 1 January 2013 to 
eradicate BVD from the national herd. With effect from that date Bovine Viral Diarrhoea became a 
notifiable disease. Financial Supports are available to those farmers who dispose of their Persistently 
Infected (PI) animals within agreed timeframes.  
 
3. Background and authori ty for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The BVD Eradication Programme is an industry led programme delivered by Animal Health Ireland.  
The Programme requires that all animals born on or after 1 January 20 13 are tested for the presence 
of the BVD Virus. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine provide financial supports to 
those farmers who dispose of their animals within agreed timeframes. The legislative basis for the 
programme is set out in the  Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Regulations S.I. No 30 of 2017.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The payment is made to all herd -owners who submit an application form and comply with the terms 
and conditions regarding testing and disposal of animals within the agreed timeframes.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total a mount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
Payments are made in the year following the year of birth of the animal, i.e. Payments  made in  2018 
are in respect of animals born in the 2017 year. Total Payments amounted to € 201,541 and  were 
made at  the following rates : 
 
Beef Breed Animals  
€185 if the calf was removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant within 21 days of the first positive 
or inconclusive test and has a date of death on the Departments Animal Identification Movement 
System (AIM)  
€60 if the calf is removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant between day 22 and 35 of the first 
positive or inconclusive test and has a date of death recorded on the AIM system.  
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  Dairy Breed Animals  
€150 if the calf was removed to a knackery, abattoir or  meat plant within 21 days of the first positive 
or inconclusive test and has a date of death on the Departments Animal Identification Movement 
System (AIM)  
€35 if the calf is removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant between day 22 and 35 of a positiv e 
or inconclusive test and has a date of death recorded on the AIM system.  
€30 if the dairy bull calf is removed to a knackery, abattoir or meat plant within 21 days of the first 
positive or inconclusive test and has a date of death on the AIM system.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  No impact on trade.  
 
2  CONSERVATION OF PLAN T AND ANIMAL GENETIC  RESOURCES GRANT AID  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Plant and Animal Genetic Resources Grant Scheme aims to support and facilitate the collection, 
characterisation, conservation and utilisation of plant and animal genetic resources of plant and 
animal genetic resources for use in food and agriculture.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy ( including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme was approved under EU State Aid Guidelines in 2013 – Aid No SA 37883 (2013/N) and 
is funded by the Irish Government. Funding is provided annually in the National Budgetary E stimates 
process.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The subsidy is given in the form of project based direct grants.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The management and conservation of animal genetic resources in Ireland is primarily carried out by 
the relevant breed societies. The management and conservation of plant genetic resources in Ireland 
is primarily carried out by NGOs with some additional wor k carried out by State institution and the 
Universities. The grant aid is channelled through these organisations based on projects submitted 
that facilitate the conservation, characterisation, collection and utilisation of plant and animal genetic 
resource s in Ireland. All projects submitted are examined and evaluated by an Advisory Committee, 
chaired by a senior DAFM official and consisting of key stakeholders in the area of genetic resources. 
The subsidy is provided annually by means of a direct grant pay ment.  
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The amount spent in 2018 on the Scheme was €255,000.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
 Ongoing – 1996 to date.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
Not applicable as payment of this su bsidy does not have any impact on trade.  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not applicable.  
 
3  FODDER TRANSPORT SUP PORT MEASURE 2018  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To provide support to liv estock farmers throughout the country in addressing a significant fodder 
shortage on their farms.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme was introduced by Ministerial  order.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Under the Measure a contribution at bale rate was paid to individual farmers towards forage transport 
costs within Ireland.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
This Measure was introduced on 26 January 2018 and provided a financial contribution towards the 
transport costs of forage between those areas of the country where it was plentiful and those where 
it was scarce. Payments subject to EU Regulations on De Min imis system.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
301 applicants have been paid a total of €189,500 under this measure.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other t ime limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
The Measure operated between 26 January and 7 May. 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s ) or sector(s ): 
 
 Not applicable as this Measure does not have any impact on trade.  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy ; 
Not applicable.  
 
4  FODDER IMPORT SUPPOR T MEASURE 2018  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To provide support to livestock farmers experiencing serious forage shortages.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme was introduced by Ministerial order.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The Measure operated through the Co -operatives/Importers. Co -ops/Importers importing  fodder 
from outside of Ireland sold it to farmers at cost price. The Department provided a financial 
contribution to participating Co -operatives/Importers towards the cost of the transport of the fodder. 
Payments subject to EU Regulations on De Minim is system.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
22 Co -ops/Importers were paid a total of €992,000 under the Measure. A total of 4,146 farmers 
purchased fodder from the participating Co -ops/Importers.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/co mmencement  
  
This Measure ran from 5  April to 7 May 2018.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent p ossible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
Not applicable as this Measure does not have any impact on trade.  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the la st major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not applicable . 
 
5  FODDER PRODUCTION IN CENTIVE MEASURE FOR TILLAGE FARMERS 2018  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018/19 . 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To provide financial incentive for the growing of fodder.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme was introduced by Ministerial order.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant towards the growing of Brassica crops and short term grasses sown between 3 August and 
15 September 2018.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The objective of the Measure was to provide a financial incentive to tillage farmers for the growing 
of fodder to alleviate the shortfall in the market place following the prolonged dry summer of 2018. 
Payments subject to EU Regulations on De Minim is system.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The Measure provided an incentive of €155 per hectare for tillage growers to grow a temporary crop 
of short rotation grasses for fodder production over the winter months and €100 per hectare for 
those growing catch crops such as fodder rape, stubble turnip s and Kale /rape hybrids that could 
either be grazed in -situ or conserved as forage for commercial use.  
 
1,724 applications were received with 1,550 farmers having been paid a total of €1.7m to -date. 
Some additional payments under the Measure will be made i n 2019.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
This Measure ran from 3 August until 15 September 2018.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the su bsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, im ports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
Not applicable as this Measure does not have any impact on trade.  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable.  
(b) for a previous representative year, whic h, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not applicable.  
 
6  FODDER IMPORT SUPPOR T MEASURE AUTUMN 201 8 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To provide support to livestock farmers experiencing serious fodder shortage.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it i s granted ) 
 
The scheme was introduced by Ministerial order.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Contribution to participating Co -operatives/Importers towards the transport costs of imported 
forage.  
 
5. To whom and how the su bsidy is provided  
 
The Measure operated through the Co -operatives/Importers. Co -ops/Importers importing  fodder 
from outside of Ireland sold it to farmers at cost price. The Department provided a financial 
contribution to participating Co -operatives/Importe rs towards the cost of the transport of the fodder. 
Payments subject to EU Regulations on De Minim is system.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€50 per tonne was paid to participating Co -ops/Importers. €458,000 has been paid to -date to 5 
Co-ops and it is expected that a further €1.2m will be expended under this support measure in 2019.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Measure is applicable to forage imported between 12 August and 31 March 2019.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is l eft to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
Not applicable as this Measure does not have any impact on trade.  
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
Not applicable.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not applicable.  
 
7  SCHEME OF INVESTMENT  AID FOR THE DEVELOP MENT OF THE COMMERCI AL 
HORTICULTURE SECTOR 2018 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the scheme is to assist the development of the horticulture sector by aiding 
investments in specialised capital plant and equipment in commercial horticulture.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme was approved under EU State Aid Guidelines in 2014 -SA. 37884 (2013/N) and is funded 
100% by the Irish Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., gr ant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Direct payment to applicant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to producers of horticultural produce towards the capital cost of plant and equipment.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Annual amount paid in 2018 - €4.913m . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The grant is a o nce-off payment.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, how ever, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representa tive year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme aims to improve the quality of products and is not considered to have a 
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  8  FALLEN ANIMAL TSE SU BSIDY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme aims to maximise the number of over 48 month  bovines being collected, to integrate 
fully with BSE requirements, to minimise the use of licensed burial and to provide important 
environmental benefits.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Animal By -Products Regulation (EC) No. 1069/2009 controls the collection, transport, storage, 
handling, processing and use or disposal of animal by -products in EU member states.  
 
REGULATION (EC) No 999/2001 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT  AND OF THE COUNCIL of 
22 May 2001 laying down rules for the prevention, control and eradication of certain transmissible 
spongiform encephalopathies  
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS S.I. No. 252 of 2008 EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES (TRANSMISSIBLE 
SPONGIFORM ENCEPHALOPATHIES AND ANIMAL BY -PRODUCTS) REGULATIONS 2008  
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS. S.I. No. 345 of 2009 EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES (TRANSMISSIBLE 
SPONGIFORM ENCEPHALOPATHIES AND ANIMAL BY -PRODUCTS) (AMENDMENT) (No. 2) 
REGULATIONS 2009  
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS S.I. No. 291 of 2009 EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES (TRANSMISSIBLE 
SPONGIFORM ENCEPHALOPATHIES AND ANIMAL BY -PRODUCTS) (AMENDMENT) 
REGULATIONS  2009 
 
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS S.I. No. 400 of 2008 NATIONAL BEEF ASSURANCE SCHEME ACT 2000 
(ANIMAL MOVEMENT) REGULATIONS 2008  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
A payment to animal collectors and to rendering companies.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Licensed animal collectors are paid by farmers and by the State for collection of over 48 month 
bovine animals. The State also subsidies 100% of the cost of rendering and destruction of over 
48 month bovine animals.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€8,289,540,68 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The present scheme commenced in January  2015 and is approved until the end of 2020. There was 
a fallen animal scheme prior to January 2015.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgemen t of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three  most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
9  TSE ERADICATION COMP ENSATION PAYMENTS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This is a Programme for monitoring, control and eradication of scrapie involving genotyping and 
partial depopulation of (classical) infected sheep flocks and full depopulation of infected sheep flocks 
in exceptional circumstances and goat herds, active surveillance in slaughter plants, fallen animals 
at intermediate plants (k nackeries) and the continued implementation of a National Genotyping 
Programme. Control and Eradication is also achieved by passive surveillance on farm and on ante 
mortem examination at slaughter plants.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (inclu ding identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Regulation (EC) No. 999/2001 of the European Parliament and the Council as amended. 
Regulation  (EC) 1069/2009 and implemented by Regulation (EU) 142/2011.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., gra nt, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Compensation payment.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
To the flock owner. A valuation in each case sets the rate of compensation, half of which is met by 
the EU to a maximum of €70 per animal.  
 
6. Subsidy per u nit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount 
budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total compensation was €23,737.20, with €11,868.60 recouped from the EU. State subsidy was 
€11,868.60, for 191 animals with average recoupment per  animal of €62.14.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
1990 to date.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the su bsidized product(s) 
or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to impact on trade.  
 
10  FISHERY HARBOUR SCHE ME 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To foster the development of infrastructure at key fishing ports to meet the evolving needs of the 
fishing and aquaculture sectors.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
  
This subsidy is provided under the Fishery Harbour Scheme which falls under Ireland 's European 
Maritime & Fisheries Fund Operation Programme 2014 -2020.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct pay ment to beneficiaries (owners of strategic fishery harbours) who are successful in calls for 
proposals.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€7,670,621 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 -20 (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effect s of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, cons umption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade . 
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  11  SEAFOOD PROMOTION SC HEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the sub sidy 
 
The scheme supports the promotion of seafood products through a series of measures including 
participation at international trade fairs and promotions on domestic and emerging markets.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identific ation of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union.  
 
4. Form of the subsid y (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to Ireland 's National food promotion agency Bord Bia.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€2,065,000 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Until the end of the Operational Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistic al data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that suc h information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possib le and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
12  AFFORESTATION GRANT AND PREMIUM SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To develop an internationally competitive and sustainable forest sector that provides a full range of 
economic, environmental and social benefits to society and which accords with the Forest Europe 
definition of sustainable forest management . 
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marin e and is 
funded from the National Exchequer.  
• Forestry Programme 2014 -2020: Ireland;  
• European Union Guidelines on State aid for agriculture and forestry and in rural areas 
2014 to 2020 addressing in particular the Common Assessment Principles ; 
• Regulation (E U) no 1305/2013 of the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development 
(EAFRD) and repealing Council Regulation (EC) No 1698/2005 . 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Establishment grants are paid followed by annual premiums . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The subsidy is provided to landowners in the form of establishment grants and 15 annual premiums . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €90,000,000 - €100,000,000 each year - shared with Forest Management Schemes 
below . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or d eterminable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a pre vious representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Further information may be obtained from Forestry Programme 2014 – 2020:  
Ireland.  
 
13  WOODLAND IMPROVEMENT  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim is to stimulate investment in the improvement, protection and development of broadleaf 
woodlands and forests for a range of functions, including: healthy tree growth, landscape 
improvement, biodiversity enhancement, soil protection and water protection.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which i t is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
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  4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The grant is paid to certain private broadleaf forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€750 per hectare.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifyi ng Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent yea rs for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to ha ve any impact on trade . 
 
14  FOREST RO AD SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To facilitate access to forestry to enable thinning, harvesting and to carry out similar construction 
operations.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for tha t subsidy  
 
A maximum of 100% of total costs of building forest roads will be funded subject to the maximum 
payment of up to €40/m excluding VAT to a maximum of 25m/ha.  
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are availab le; 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade . 
 
15  RECONSTITU TION S CHEME 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To restore and retain forests and forest ecosystems following significant damage by natural causes.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (i ncluding identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Scheme  €/ha  
Windblow  1,700 or 50% of eligible costs  
Ash Dieback  Site Clearance  1,500  
 Replanting  2,500 for Conifers and 3,800 for 
Broadleaves  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable  that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
16  NEIGHBOURWOOD SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notifica tion 
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Neighbourwood Scheme will provide support for the development of new and existing "close to 
home " woodland or "neighbourwoods " for public access, education, recreation and enjoyment on 
land in or near villages, towns and cities.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Local authorities and private land owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Grant Premium Category  Total Grant (€/ha)  
Element 1: Neighbourwood Enhancement  5,000  
Element 2: Neighbourwood Establishment  5,000  
Element 3: Recreational facilities (first 10 ha) 3,800  
Element 3: Recreational facilities (Each additional hectare, up to  
40 ha)  2,300  
 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such inform ation 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
17  NATIVE WO ODLAND CONSERVATION SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notifi cation  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To support the protection and enhancement of existing native woodland, primarily to protect and 
enhance native woodland ecosystems.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including id entification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private and public forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Grant assistance could be available in respect of 100% of the total approved costs incurred, subject 
to the maximum limit as follows : 
 
Owner Type  Total grant (€/ha)  
Private Land Owner  Existing "High Forest " woodland incl. 
existing conifer canopy  5,000  
Emergent Native Woodland  2,500  
Public Land Owner  5,000  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsid ized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
18  KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the scheme is to maximise the poten tial for knowledge and skill transfer to forest owners, 
thereby stimulating proactive management and appropriate tending, thinning and harvesting 
interventions.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under  
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Forest Owners, forest Producer groups and forestry companies . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €450,000 - €490 maximum per part icipant and €6500 organiser payment per group.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. Th e specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and  exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
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  19  FOREST GENETIC REPRO DUCTIVE MATERIAL  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The primary objectives are to increase productivity and improve the quality of new planting stock; 
increase self -sufficiency in tree seed production; provide for in -situ and ex -situ conservation of forest 
genetic resources; and provide breeding populations of designated broadleaf and conifer species.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Public and private forest owners.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amo unt or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €115,000.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of prod uction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Further information may be obtained from Forestry Programme 2014 – 2020: 
Ireland  
 
20  FOREST MANAGEMENT SC HEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To develop an internationally competitive and sustainable forest sector that provides a full range of 
economic, environmental and social benefits to society and which accords with the Forest Europe 
definition of sustainable forest management.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is funde d 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Establishment grants are paid followed by annual premiums.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is  not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Approximately €100,000,00 each year – shared with Afforestation Grant and Premium Scheme 
above.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, includi ng date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics a re available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
§change in the subsidy.  
Prolongation of SA162/07 . 
 
21  FOREST MANAGEMENT  PLANS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To establish forest management plans. The aim of this scheme is to encourage the submission of 
FMPs for all forests over 5 hectares when the forest reac hes 12 years.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture. Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Private forest owners.  
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
See Forest Management Scheme, above.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects o f the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consump tion, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have an impact on trade . 
 
22  INNOVATIVE FOREST TE CHNOLOGY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To encourage the introduction and adoption of new technologies in Ireland 's forestry sector. The 
measure will support private forest holders, producer groups and forestry contractors to procure and 
develop innovative technologies for use in the ma nagement of private forests in Ireland.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture. Food and the Marine and is funded 
from the National Exchequer.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Timber transport operators.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
40% of total eligible costs to a maximum €10,000 per vehicle.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
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  8. Statistical  data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible  and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
23  DEPOPULATION GRANT ( TB/BR ERADICATION SC HEME)  
1. Period covered by the notif ication  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
A farmer whose herd is depopulated (totally or partially) in the interest of the control of TB may 
qualify for Depopulation Grants.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Depopulation 
Grants are paid for each animal removed under the depopulation measure and for those remo ved 
as reactors since the holding was restricted.  
 
Compensation payable for the Depopulation Grant, under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication Scheme is 
non-statutory. Entitlement to compensation is conditional on owners complying with the Animal 
Health and Welf are Act 2013 and any Orders made there under, with movement, identification and 
other controls laid down under the Diseases Eradication Scheme and other national/EU legislative 
requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and products of bovine ani mals administrated 
by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Herd Type  Animal  Stable Herds  Herds operating as 
Feedlot (ER37F 
activated) / Dealer 
Herds  
Dairy Herd  Cows / In-Calf Heifers / 
Pedigree Bulls > 12 months  Rate (€)  Rate (€)  
220.00  
(55 per month ) Nil 
Suckler Herd  Cows / In -Calf Heifers / 
Pedigree Bulls > 12 months  152.36  
(38.09 per month) Nil 
All Herd Types  All Other Animals  76.16  
(19.04 per month ) Nil 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The subsidy is paid by the Department direct to eligible farmers as a headage payment in respect of 
reactor animals removed under the TB Eradication Schemes where depopulation/partial depopulation 
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total Depopulation Grant paid in 2018 – TB Scheme: €269,932 . 
Total Depopulation Grant paid in 2017 – BR Scheme: €0.00. 
 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The subsidy is payable from 1 January to 31 December. The start and end date are specific to each 
eligible holding. Payment applies only during periods of restriction. The Depopulation grants noted 
above represent the maximum available in respect of a four  month rest period following depopulation 
with pro rata deductions if the rest period is less than 4 months and is limited to a specified period 
during which the holding cannot be restocked.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effect s of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, cons umption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year precedi ng the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The subsidy is designed to compensate farmers for lost income arising from the 
depopulation of their herds as a result of disease and does not have any impact on 
trade.  
 
24  ON FARM MARKET VALUA TION SCHEME (TB/BR E RADICATION SCHEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The On  Farm Market Valuation Scheme is the principal compensation measure available to farmers 
whose herds are affected by TB. Payment is made to herd owners in respect of animals removed as 
reactors.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including ident ification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and is in place 
since 2 April 2002 when it replaced the Reactor Grant element of the compensation regime. Payment 
is designed to compensate herd owners for the loss of animals removed under the scheme and is 
based on the Market Value of animals which is the equivalent price which might reasonably be 
obtained for the animal at the time of determination of compensation, from  a purchaser in an open 
market, if the animal were not affected by TB, subject to certain limits applying. The Scheme is an 
inherent part of the national eradication programme and is notified to the Commission in the disease 
programme submitted annually in  the application for EU co -financing of disease programmes. The 
compensation payable under the OFMV TB scheme was co -financed with provision for reimbursement 
of this measure subject to a ceiling of 50% of expenditure on compensation, with a maximum 
averag e of €375 payable per animal.  
 
Compensation payable for the On Farm Market Valuation Scheme, is statutory and is legislated for 
under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 (No.15 of 2013) and Animal Health and Welfare 
(Bovine Tuberculosis) Regulations 20 15 (S.I. No 58 of 2015). Entitlement to compensation is 
conditional on owners complying with the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 and any Orders made 
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  Eradication S cheme and other national/EU legislative requirements and controls relating to bovine 
animals and products of bovine animals administrated by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the 
Marine.  
 
Amounts included below represent only those amounts funded by t he state.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Reactor animals removed under the On Farm Market Valuation Scheme are valued by suitably 
qualified independent Valuers approved by the Department. The scheme provides that the far mer 
receives the market value for the animals if the animal that might be obtained in the open market 
if the animal was not affected by TB/ Brucellosis. The scheme allows for a maximum ceiling payment 
of €3,000, inclusive of factory salvage price, in respe ct of any individual animals, except in the case 
of one stock bull and one pedigree stock bull per breakdown episode where a ceiling of €4,000 and 
€5,000 applies respectively, inclusive of factory salvage price.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Following valuation, reactor animals are removed for slaughter to a designated factory where salvage 
value, as determined by the factory based on a competitive tender, is paid directly to the herd 
owner. The Department pays the herd owner the differential  between the live animal market value 
determined by the Valuer prior to removal of the animal, (subject to ceilings) and the salvage value 
paid by the factory.  
 
Summary market prices collected by the Department are supplied to Valuers each week and ongoing  
monitoring of valuations is carried out by the Department.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The total amount paid under this scheme in 2018 was €14,251,486.  
 
Of this, the amount claimable in respect of animals slaughtered in 2018 only (under the EU approved 
TB Programme), from the EU will be approximately * €5,932,510 ; 
State funded aspect for 2018  will be approximately = €8,318,576.  
*Additional eligible expenditure for animals slaughtered in 2018 but paid in 2019 will be added to 
overall claim calculation subject to EU claim deadline of 30 April 2019.  
 
BR Scheme: €3.109 (Historic payment related to  2014 valuation made in respect of 
BR compensation in 2018).  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Payments under the scheme are made on an on -going basis for all eligible animals  removed during 
the period of restriction of the herd.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possi ble, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme is designed to compens ate farmers for losses arising from the removal 
of reactors and does not have any impact on trade.  
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  25  INCOME SUPPLEMENT SC HEME (TB/BR ERADICAT ION SCHEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Income Supplement is payable in cases where a TB breakdown results in the removal of more than 
10% of animals in a herd and where depopulation is not deemed appropriate Dairy herds  qualify 
for consideration for payment under the scheme where at least 10% o f the dairy cows are 
removed as reactors.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Income Supplement is in operation since 1 July 1994. The Scheme is implemented by the 
Depart ment of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Payment is in respect of each animal removed as 
a reactor from a herd. Income Supplement is payable in cases where disease breakdown results in 
the removal of more than 10% of all animals in a herd and where depopu lation is note deemed 
appropriate.  
 
Compensation payable for Income Supplement under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication Scheme 
Depopulation grant scheme is non -statutory. Entitlement to compensation is conditional on owners 
complying with the Animal Health and  Welfare Act 2013 and any Orders made there under, with 
movement, identification and other controls laid down under the Diseases Eradication Scheme and 
other national/EU legislative requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and products of 
bovin e animals administrated by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Herd Type  Animal  Stable Herds  Herds operating as Feedlot 
(ER37F activated) / Dealer 
Herds  
Dairy Herd  *Cows in a Dairy Herd  Rate (€)  Rate (€)  
55 Nil 
Suckler Herd  Cows in a Suckler Herd  38.09  Nil 
All Herd Types  All other Animals  25.39  Nil 
* where an ER83 declaring beef breed cows in a Dairy Herd has been received the Suckler Cow rate will apply 
where any of the cows listed are removed as a reactor  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Income Supplement is paid by the Department directly to eligible farmers following determination 
of eligibility.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total Income Supplement Grant paid in 2018: €3,084,311.  
 
Total BR income Supplement Scheme Grant paid in 2018 – BR Scheme: €0.00. 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The Income Supplement Scheme runs from 1 January to 31 December and applies only during the 
period of restriction.  
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics a re available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme is designed to compensate farmers for losses arising from the removal 
of reactors and does not have any impact on trade.  
26  HARDSHIP GRANT SCHEME  (TB/BR ERADICATION SCHEME)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The grant is aimed at assisting eligible owners/keepers whose holding is restricted due to a 
TB/Brucellosis outbreak. It is intended to facilitate the purchase of fodder where animals are retained 
and fed during periods of restriction between 1 November and 30 April.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. This Scheme 
is designed to alleviate the costs difficulty of some owner/keepers whose holdings are restricted on 
foot of a herd re test for TB/ Brucellosis and where animals are retained and fed during periods of 
restriction. Potentially eligible owner/keepers must meet certain conditions including requirements 
that they must not have any off farm income.  
 
Compensation payable for the Hardship Grant under the TB/Brucellosis Eradication Scheme is non -
statutory. Entitlement to compensation is conditional on owners complying with the Animal Health 
and Welfare Act 201 3 and any Orders made there under, with movement, identification and other 
controls laid down under the Diseases Eradication Scheme and other national/EU legislative 
requirements and controls relating to bovine animals and products of bovine animals admini strated 
by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The subsidy is payable on animals in a restricted herd subject to a maximum payment of up €250.00 
per month for a period not ex ceeding four months within the period 1 November to 30  April. 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The onus is on eligible owners/keepers to complete and return the relevant Application Form, as 
entitlement for eligibility can only be determined from the date of receipt of the application. Only 
one application for this grant can be made during the relevant period November to April. The 
Hardship grants are paid by the Department directly to eligible farmers.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in c ases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total Hardship Grant paid in 2018: €477,757.  
Total Hardship Grant paid – BR Scheme: €0.00. 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The Hardship Grant Scheme has been in operation since 1996. The grant is payable in respect of a 
period not exceeding  four months for the months 1 November to 30 April. 
 
8. Statistical data permitti ng an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningfu l, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The subsidy is designed to compensate farmers for the additional costs of feeding 
cattle and does not have any impact on trade.  
 
27  SCHEM E OF PAYMENT TO HAUL IER COMPANIES FOR RE MOVING DISEASED ANIM ALS 
DIRECT TO SLAUGHTER  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
A key measure for eradication of bovine Tuberculosis is that all reactor animals must be removed 
from the farm immediately (free of charge) via a Reactor Collection Service to a registered meat  
export premises involved in the slaughter of reactor animals ( except where removal  to a knackery 
is appropriate)  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The service is operated by the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) on the basis of 
contract awarded to private haulier businesses following a competitive procurement process in line 
with European procurement rules. Each haulier business succe ssful in the procurement process signs 
a contract with DAFM for the provision of haulier services.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The scheme provides that relevant Haulier companies selected to remove the animals receive  the 
relevant Haulier tender rate applicable to each vehicle used to carry reactor animals.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The Haulier businesses submit their invoices for the Reactor collection service to the relevant DAFM 
Regional Veterinar y Office (RVO). The invoice is prepared, validated and certified for payment by 
the relevant RVO on DAFM 's Animal Health Computer System (AHCS) in order that Haulier business 
receives payment for the service provided.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases wher e this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
The total amount paid under this scheme in 2018 was €886,244 . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Payments under the scheme are made on an on -going basis to Haulier businesses in line with the 
terms of the contractual terms agreed between DAFM and each Haulier.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consum ption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding  the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
The scheme is aimed at contributing to DAFM 's strategy to eradicate bovine 
Tuberculosis by 2030 and to assist with DAFM 's Brucellosis Monitoring programme. 
As such, it does  not have any impact on trade . 
 
28  SCHEME OF PAYMENT TO  PRIVATE VETERINARY PRACTITIONERS (PVP 'S) FOR 
TESTING OF ANIMALS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
A key measure for eradication of bovine Tuberculosis involves regular testing of herds and, in order 
to comply with EU Trade rules,  an annual herd testing programme is in place involving the testing 
of all eligible animals in every herd every year.  
 
3. Background and authority for the sub sidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Farmers are responsible for arranging annual herd tests with their private veterinary practitioners 
(PVPs) within timescales prescribed by the Department. The general rule is tha t a farmer will make 
payment for the TB test to the PVP carrying out the test except where reactors are disclosed. The 
Department will ordinarily pay for any second or subsequent herd level TB test completed within the 
12-month period. Payment for such tes ts will be made directly to the PVP and not to the farmer.  
 
To be eligible for consideration for approval to carry out approved tests, to conduct the single 
intradermal comparative tuberculin test (SICTT) for bovine Tuberculosis and sampling for 
Brucellosi s under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, Regulations made thereunder 
and related EU legislation, PVPs must:  
• Be entered in the current Register of Veterinary Practitioners for Ireland;  
• Be appointed by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marin e, in exercise of the 
powers conferred on him by Section 37(1) of the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 
(No 15 of 2013), to exercise the functions of an authorised officer set out in 
Section  38(1) of that Act for the purposes of carrying out bovine tuberc ulosis and 
brucellosis testing/sampling under the Brucellosis in Cattle (General Provisions) 
Order  1991 (SI 114 of 1991) as amended and the Animal Health and Welfare (Bovine 
Tuberculosis) Regulations 2015 (SI 58 of 2015);  
• Commit formally and adhere strict ly to the terms, conditions and instructions laid down 
in the ER4 Terms of Engagement for PVPs involved in testing and sampling under the 
bovine Tuberculosi Eradication and Brucellosi Monitoring Programmes   
• Attend at a training course if required to do so by the Minister;  
• Ensure that the equipment used in the tests meets the requirements specified in Part B 
of the ER4 Terms of Engagement;  
• Comply with such criteria in relation to testing and sampling as the Minister may 
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  • Use and u pdate the unique identity codes (user code and password) and access number 
(Personal Identification number (PIN)) issued for personal use in respect of the Animal 
Health Computer System (AHCS3) and keep details of these confidential. A VP must not 
allow any other person access to their identity codes and/or PIN as this would fail to 
protect the integrity of the veterinary certification process and could facilitate false 
certification of a test.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concess ion, etc. ) 
 
The scheme provides that the PVP receives the relevant TB testing fee rate for the number of animals 
tested. The Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine sets TB testing rate fee to be paid.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Following completion of herd/animal level test on a farm the results of test including number of 
animals tested is submitted to the Department for payment via Animal Health Computer System 
from actual testing PVP. The herd/animal level test is then validat ed and certified for Department 
paid testing in order that PVP can be paid for relevant test.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
The total amount paid under this s cheme in 2018 was €7,329,671 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Payments to PVPs for TB and Brucellosis Department paid tests are paid for on an on -going basis to 
PVPs who pe rform the function and who commit formally for each year 's Programmes to the ER4 
Terms of Engagement for PVPs.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to th e judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the sub sidy. 
The scheme is aimed at contributing to the Department 's strategy to eradicate 
bovine Tuberculosis by 2030 and to assist with the Department 's Brucellosis 
Monitoring programme. As such, it does not have any impact on trade.  
 
29  EID TAG SUBSIDY  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
Applies to eligible sheep EID tags purchased between 1 October 2018 to 30 September 2019 . 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
  
To assist farmers with the cost of complying with the introduction of mandatory electronic 
identification  (EID) of sheep which is required in order to enhance traceability.  
 
                                                
3 Guidance in use of AHCS e.g. data entry, part herd test date recording etc. is available from the RVO  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legis lation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Council Regulation (EC) No 21/2004 sets down the requirements for the identification of sheep with 
effect from 31 December 2009 and provides for the electronic identification (EID) of sheep from that 
date. Since then Irel and availed of a derogation in the regulation which allows lambs destined for 
slaughter before 12 months of age to be exempt from the requirement to be electronically identified 
but in an effort to further enhance traceability it has been decided to make e lectronic identification 
mandatory for all sheep moving from any holding with effect from 1 June 2019.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
  
Direct payment in respect of eligible tags purchased . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy  is provided  
  
Subsidy is paid directly to farmers in respect of eligible tags purchased . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
Subsidy is once of payment of €1 per electronic tag or electronic tag set for the first order of tags 
made between 1 October 2018 and 30 September 2019 and is subject to a maximum subsidy of 
€100 per farmer.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including d ate of 
inception/commencement  
  
Subsidy applies to the first order for electronic tags made by farmers between 1 October 2018 and 
30 September 201 9 and is being paid to farmers in one of 4 quarterly tranches. Farmers who made 
their first order between 1 October 2018 and 31 December 2018 were paid in January 2019, farmers 
whose order is made between 1 January 2019 and 31 March 2019 will be paid in Apr il 2019 and so 
on with the last payments being made in October 2019 to farmers whose first order for eligible tags 
was made between 1 July 2019 and 30 September 2019. Farmers who do not make an order for 
eligible tags before 30 September 2019 will not be e ligible for the subsidy.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determina ble, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous re presentative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
30  DATA COLLECTION S CHEME   
1. Period  covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the data collection required to produce scientific advice for Common Fisheries 
Policy (CFP) implementation. It aims to improve and supply scientific knowledge and collection and 
management of data.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. The 
scheme provides funding to the Marine Institute as beneficiary to fund the data collection prog ramme 
as outlined in the Operational Programme of the EMFF and legally required under the Data Collection 
Framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/1004) and the multiannual Union Programme EUMAP under 
(EU) 2016/1251.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant Aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€7,90 0,000 (provisional) . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of  the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of  production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
31  MARINE BIODIVERSITY SCHEME   
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpo se of the subsidy  
 
The objective of the Marine Biodiversity Scheme, as set out in the EMFF OP is to promote good 
fisheries and aquaculture management and to protect biodiversity in marine habitats. This will 
support implementation of the Common Fisheries P olicy (CFP) and compliance with the Habitats and 
Birds Directives (Natura 2000) and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). The scheme 
supports the monitoring and reduction of risks posed by fisheries and aquaculture to biodiversity, 
the collection  of data to assess the impact of fisheries and aquaculture on biodiversity, and measures 
to restore and manage habitats and species.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. The 
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  implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and compliance with the Habitats and Birds 
Directives (Natura 2000) and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body . 
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€2,069,859.87 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data p ermitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such informa tion 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and me aningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
32  BLUE G ROWTH AND MARINE SPAT IAL PLANNING S CHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
  
The objective of the Scheme is to address a number of needs identified under Ireland 's 
European Maritime and Fisheries Fund Operational Programme. These include:  
• Improving data and kn owledge generation, management and sharing; including the 
development of new products and services (e.g. Ireland Marine Atlas and delivery to 
EMODNET), in support of a range of policies and directives such as Common Fisheries 
Policy, Natura, Marine Strateg y Framework Directive and Maritime Spatial  Planning.  
• Collecting, collating and mapping accurate, up -to-date spatial and temporal 
information on marine ecosystems and human activities taking place within Ireland 's 
maritime domain to support marine spatial planning.  
• Developing strong marine spatial data analysis, modelling and decision support 
capabilities.  
• Developing integrated/coordinated marine and coastal planning and licensing in order 
to sustainably maximise the potential for Ireland 's ocean ec onomy.  
• Better understanding the implication of climate change on ecosystem goods and 
services and human activities through monitoring and modelling.  
• Delivering social and economic development objectives, consistent with our 
environmental obligations and Ir eland 's Integrated Marine Plan – Harnessing Our 
Ocean Wealth.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union under Ireland 's 
European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational Programme 2014 -2020. The scheme is 
providing technical and scientific support for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan for Ireland 
and to support other objectives of  the Integrated Maritime Policy.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body.  
 
6. Subsidy pe r unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€900,074 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the  end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possib le, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any direct  impact on trade.  
 
33  CONTROL AND ENFORCEM ENT 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) through the 
monitoring, control and enfo rcement of fisheries legislations.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by Government of Ireland and the European Union. The scheme 
provides funding to the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA), Department of Defence (DoD) 
and Department of Agriculture Integrated Management Team  (DAFM IMT) for projects that support 
control and enforcement of the CFP.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority, DAFM IMT and Department of Defence.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€4,920,512 . 
 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
For the duration of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to t he judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the su bsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
34  ORGANIC PROCESSING I NVESTMENT GRANT SCHE ME (FORMERLY SCHEME OF GRANT 
AID FOR THE DEVELOPM ENT OF THE ORGANIC S ECTOR – OFF – FARM)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The aim of the Scheme is to facilitate the development of the organic sector so as to ensure a regular 
supply of high quality organic produce to the market.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identificati on of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is approved as an alternative enterprise sub -measure under the Capital Investment 
Plan 2016 – 2021.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Financial assistance is dire cted towards projects which:  
 
• Improve the organic sector and provide the producers of the basic product with an 
opportunity of enhancing income ; 
• Help to guide production in line with foreseeable market trends or encourage the 
development of new outlets for agricultural products ; 
• Help to improve production, handling and preparation of organic produce ; 
• Facilitate the adoption and application of new technologies ; 
• Help to ensure the adoption of "best practice" within the organic.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
This Scheme will provide financial assistance in respect of approved investments/development 
projects as follows: Developing facilities for preparation, grading, packing, storage, distribution, or 
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The grant aid is payable at 40% of the eligible cost. However,  the maximum subsidy payable fo r off-
farm investment is €500,000 over the duration of the Scheme.  
 
Projects costing less than €3,000 will not be eligible for grant assistance.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commenceme nt 
 
Subsidies are made as one -off payments on certain investments. Applicants are entitled to apply for 
several payments of subsidies on different investments subject to the maximum ceiling.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production , consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
While we do not perceive the measure to have any impact on trade,  we acknowledge it 
enables organic operators to avail of new technologies to develop the organic sector in 
Ireland: 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
chang e in the subsidy.  
 
35  EQUINE INFRASTRUCTURE S 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To maximise the potential of horse breeding and production, support is provided to ensure continued 
improvement in quality through breeding improvement, research and development actions.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under  which it is granted ) 
 
This is funded by the National vote under Equine Te chnical Support & Equine Breeding Schemes 
programme.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Payment is made to Equine Research Institute & Stud Book Operators following submiss ion to DAFM 
of vouched eligible expenditure.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€850,000.00 . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The 
specific  nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the  extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable 
that such  information include statistics of production, consumption, imports and 
exports of the  subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
 (a) for the three most recent years for which stat istics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
 
36  2018 ASSISTANCE FOR THE NON -THOROUGHBRED  HORSE INDUSTRY  
1. Period covered by the notification  
  
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To promote and develop the Sport Horse Industry.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) is the national governing body for equestrian sport in Ireland. The 
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine p ays an annual grant to the HSI to assist it 
in meeting its functions.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Payment is made to Horse Sport Ireland following submission to the Department of Agriculture, 
Food and the Marine (DAFM) of vouched eligible expenditure.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
€2,500,000  (one payment ). 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Ongoing . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s ) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
 
37  HUMAN RESOURCES (INT ERNATIONAL EQUINE IN STITUTE)  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018 This grant is no longer in operation.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of this funding is to develop and deliver third level non degree courses in equine 
science to meet the needs of the horse industry thereby improving the skill level of the 
workforce in this sector.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under which it is granted ) 
 
This is funded by the National vote under Equine Technical Support & Equine Breeding Schemes 
programme.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Payment is made to International Equine Institute, University of Limerick following submission 
to DAFM of vouched eligible expenditure.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Nil. 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
No longer running.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such i nformation 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  38  IMPROVEMENT IN CATTL E AND SHEEP BR EEDING  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
To finance development work by the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) on cattle and sheep 
breed improvement programmes.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation 
under  which it is granted ) 
 
Funding provides for expenditure on activities centred on breed improvement in the cattle sector 
and for the provision of consultancy services and technical expertise to the Irish Sheep Industry. It 
is funded by the Irish Government.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF).  
 
6. Subsi dy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,470,000 (one payment).  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The 
specific  nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the  extent possible, relevant and/or d eterminable, however, it is desirable 
that such  information include statistics of production, consumption, imports and 
exports of the  subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
39  G IN A CATTLE BREEDING  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018.  
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
State funding is provided to carry out performance recording, assessment of genetic value and 
publication of breeding values for dairy and beef cattle.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Government Decision S29854 of 21 May 1997 approved the active participation of this 
Department in ICBF and the provision of suppor t/grant assistance to that organisation.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF).  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual  
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,040,000 (one payment).  
 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of  
inception/commencement  
 
Ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The 
specific nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying 
Member. To the extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable 
that such inform ation include statistics of production, consumption, imports and 
exports of the subsidized product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
 (a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
None Available.  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, 
should be the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or 
preceding the last major change in the subsidy . 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
40  2018 PREMIUM FROM KE RRY CATTLE LIVE CALV ES 
1. Period c overed by the notification  
  
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The object of the scheme is to encourage the maintenance of a number of separate herds  of 
Kerry Cattle in Ireland and the creation and maintenance of a sufficient reserve of pure bred 
breeding stock.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Kerry breed is an ex clusively Irish species of livestock with certain qualities that facilitated 
its development in an adverse environment (poor nutrition, poor quality land etc.). It has a 
relatively good milk yield for its size and feed intake. Consequently,  the conservatio n of this 
species of livestock as a pool of genetic material was considered prudent, for future scientific 
research and development of breeds suitable for specific Irish conditions.  
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  4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
A premium of €120 per eligible calf is payable to Kerry Cattle Breeders subject to application 
being made and certain conditions being met  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
  
€23,000 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Ongoing . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningf ul, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
41  SEAFOOD CAPITAL INVE STMENT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the development of seafood processing companies through a capital 
expenditure grant aid programme.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,160,972 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics  is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or secto r(s): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
42  SEAFOOD SCALING AND NEW MARKET DEVELOPME NT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports collectives of seafood processing companies in Projects that support 
co-operation in developing new markets and scaling.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the E MFF. 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€337,862.14 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact  on trade.  
 
43  SEAFOOD INNOVATION A ND BUSINESS PLANNING  SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme promotes innovation and business planning by seafood processing companies through 
a grant aid programme.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for tha t subsidy  
 
€1,447,032 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an asse ssment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include stat istics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
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  44  SUSTAINABLE AQUACULT URE SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This scheme provides supports for the following project types : 
• Project Type 1:  Assistance towards 3rd party fees for Organic Aquaculture Certification ; 
• Projects Type 2: Compensation for losses due to bio -toxin harve sting suspension ; 
• Projects Type 3:  Purchase of new equipment for licensed aquaculture sites and 
construction of premises . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co-financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Prog ramme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy  per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€2,589,663 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Memb er. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
45  KNOWLEDGE GATEWAY SC HEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
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  2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Knowledge Gateway Scheme, provides supports for the knowledge based activities 
including : 
• Applied Innovation and Technology  
• Animal Welfare & Disease Management  
• Advisory Services  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i. e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€2,538,051 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (l atest 31 December 2023) . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determina ble, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
46  PRODUCER ORGANISATIO N SC HEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This scheme provides supports to Producer Organisations for the preparation and implementation of 
Production and Marketing Plans. Production and Marketing  Plans (PMP) provide for a range of actions 
which the Producer Organisations propose to implement. Expenditure related to the implementation 
of identified measures in the PMP is eligible for support.  
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€312,414.47  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or an y other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023)  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the  subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
47  SUSTAINABLE FISHERIE S SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
This scheme is specifically designed to assist all those directly involved or soon to be involved in 
implementing the landing obligation. Particular attention is paid to the promotion of operations which 
integrate producing, processing and marketing activities of the sup ply chain, or which consist of 
innovative processes or methods. This scheme will also support the processing of unwanted catches 
and investment in on -board capital equipment in line with the Scheme . 
 
The Scheme contains three sub sections to which applicat ions may be made:  
 
PART A: Public Interest Projects  
Public Interest Projects provide grant aid to technical or scientific bodies (recognised by the 
Managing Authority) to undertake projects in the collective interest and benefit of the 
catching sector or a  significant part thereof.  
 
PART B: Fleet Improvement Projects  
Fleet Improvement Projects provide grant aid to the owners of commercial fishing vessels 
for the purchase of capital equipment.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  PART C: Quality and Added Value Projects  
Quality and added valu e projects provide grant aid to groups of fishermen, producer 
organisations, cooperatives and in certain cases processors to undertake projects at fishing 
ports and landing sites and other appropriate locations ashore.  
 
3. Background and authority for the  subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The s cheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Part A €1,245,820.12 ; 
Part B €2,92 2,738 ; 
Part C €267,958.6 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an a ssessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include s tatistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, shou ld be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
48  INSHORE FISHERIES CO NSERVATION AND MANAG EMENT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Scheme seeks to enhance the sustainability of inshore fisheries, in particular small scale coastal 
fisheries, through stabilising and restoring inshore fish stocks, avoiding or red ucing catch of juvenile 
and depleted stocks and reducing the impact of inshore fisheries on the marine environment, 
including in particular species and habitats protected under Natura 2000. The scheme supports 
implementation of actions identified in the Sm all Scale Coastal Fisheries Action Plan, in particular 
measures for enhanced management and conservation of inshore stocks, including for example v -
notching of lobster, development and deployment of more selective fishing gear and preparation, 
implementati on and monitoring of management plans for inshore stocks.  G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan , tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total a mount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€360,768.82 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 20 23). 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous represe ntative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
49  FISHERIES LOCAL AREA  DEVELOPMENT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports the development of Coastal and Fishing Communities through a capital 
expenditure grant aid programme.  
 
3. Background and authority for the  subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The s cheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,942,456.31.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023)  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consum ption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding  the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
50  NEW FISHERMAN SCHEME   
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The objective of this Scheme is to contribute to maintaining a balance between available fishing 
capacity and fishing opportunities in particular fleet segments by encouraging younger fishermen to 
enter balanced fleet segments. This Scheme provides a grant  to young fishermen (under 40 years 
of age) to establish themselves in the fishing industry by aiding the acquisition cost of their first 
fishing vessel. The vessel must be between 5 and 30 years old. The Scheme aids up to 25% of the 
acquisition costs of t he vessel or €75,000, whichever is the lesser.  
The Scheme is restricted to fleet segments that are identified as balanced with fishing opportunities 
in the most recent Irish Fleet Annual Report submitted to the European Commission4. 
 
3. Background and auth ority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under which 
it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
                                                
4 A Fleet Report is submitted by Ireland each year to the European Commission in accordance with 
article  22 of the Common Fisheries Policy (Regulation 1380/2013).  This Report analyses by DCF segment the 
balance between the fishing capacity of Ireland’s fleet and its fishing opportunities.  The report seeks to identify 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€226,700 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023)  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consum ption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding  the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
51  SEAFOOD TRAINING SCH EME 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The need for enhanced training and skills development is a common theme running through the 
seafood sector. The objective of this Scheme is to promote the development of professional training, 
new professional skills and Lifelong Learning. The Seafood Trai ning Scheme will seek to develop 
knowledge, skills and competencies across the Fisheries, Aquaculture and Seafood Processing 
sectors.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operat ional Programme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€6,456.85 . 
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  7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Memb er. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
52  SEAFOOD CAPACITY BUI LDING SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Seafood Capacity Building Scheme will seek to develop skills and knowledge across the Fisheries, 
Aquaculture and Seafood Processing sectors via dissemination of information, knowledge sharing 
and networking.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is Co -financed by Ireland 's European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational 
Programme 2014 -2020, co -financed by the Government of Ireland and the EU. The scheme provides 
funding to enterprises for projects that are consistent with the Operational Progra mme and the EMFF.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€1,638,894.53 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Duration until the end of Ireland 's EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023) . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member . To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for wh ich statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any im pact on trade.  
 
53  FLEET SAFETY SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The scheme supports Marine Fishing Vessel (MFV) owners in purchasing of defined safety equipment 
for their vessel.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administered under EU Fisheries De Minimis  Regulation and as such is 100% financed 
by the Government of Ireland.  
 
4. Form of the  subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via An Board Iascaigh Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€658,211 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
  
Unspecified . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of prod uction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
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  54  MARINE TOURISM SCHEM E 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the sub sidy 
 
The scheme supports Marine Tourism Vessel owners in purchasing of defined safety equipment for 
their vessel.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is administe red under EU Fisheries De Minimis  Regulation and as such is 100% financed 
by the Government of Ireland.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€28,180 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Unspecified . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement  of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
55  ENHANCED SAFETY SCHE ME 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Scheme provides grant aid support to MFV owners whose crew have completed the Enhanced 
Safety Training Scheme to purchase integrated Personal Floatation Device (PFD) / Personal Locator 
Beacon (PLB) . 
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  3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Scheme is adm inistered under EU Fisheries De Minimis  Regulation and as such is 100% financed 
by the Government of Ireland.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Grant aid . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Direct payment to the b eneficiaries, via Ireland 's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh 
Mhara.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
€48,827.01 . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Unspecified . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsi dy. 
Not considered to have any impact on trade.  
 
56  LONG TERM LEASING STAMP D UTY R ELIEF  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective for long term leasing is to increase the mobility and  the productive use of land.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
This is a long standing  relief, designed to encourage longer term leases of farm land. The lease must 
have a minimum definite term of five years or more to qualify for relief. With effect from 
1 January  2015 the amount of income that may be exempted under a qualifying long term lease has 
been increased by 50% and a fourth threshold has been introduced for lease periods of 15 or more 
years with income of up to €40,000 being exempted.  The relevant De Minimis  Regulation 1408/2013 
corresponds to the long term stamp duty relief.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
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  5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Stamp Duty applies to certain instruments (written documen ts) that transfer ownership of property  
or are agreements to transfer ownership of property. An exemption is avail able to farmers who lease 
land on a long term basis.  The term of the lease must be for a period of at least 6 years and must 
not exceed 35 years.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted f or that subsidy  
 
The total amount budgeted is €0.1 million . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
 The scheme operates from May 2018 to the 31st December 2019 . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable  that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
57  STAMP DUTY RELIEF FO R YOUNG TRAI NED FARMERS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective for stamp duty relief on for young trained farmers is start up aid for young 
trained farmers and the development of small farm s. 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
  
The relief constitutes an EU State aid and must comply with EU State aid rules. The relevant State 
aid rules are contained in Commissi on Regulation (EU) No 702/2014 - in particular, Chapter III, 
Section 1 (Article 18) dealing with "Start-up aid for young farmers and the development of small 
farms ". 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession .  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Stamp Duty applies to certain instruments (written documents) that transfer ownership of property  
or are agreements to transfer ownership of property. A relief rate of 1% (as opposed to the general 
rate of 6%) applies to young trained farmers who qualify for the relief.  
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  6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where t his is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total annual amount budgeted for the subsidy is €7.8 million . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commenc ement  
 
The scheme operates from 15 August 2018 to the 31 December 2020 . 
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To  the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
58  STAMP DUTY RELIEF ON FARM CONSOLIDATION  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective for stamp duty relief on farm consolidation is to increase the mobility and the 
productive use of land.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
These Farm Restructuring Guidelines are introduced in accordance with the provisions  of Article 15 
of Commission Regulation (EU) No 704/2014.These Guidelines do not purport to give a legal 
interpretation of Section 604B Taxes Consolidation Act 1997, as inserted by Section 48 Finance Act 
2013 and amended by Section 49 of the Finance Act 20 14. 
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Stamp Duty applies to certain instruments (written documents) that transfer ownership of property  
or are agreements to transfer ownership of property. A relief rate of 1% (as opposed to the general 
rate of 6%)  applies to a farmer who sell s land and buys other land  to consolidate his holding.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Total annual amount budgeted for the subsidy is €0.641 million . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 10  April 2018 to the 31 December 2020 . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy . The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports  and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
59  STOCK RELIEF FOR REGI STERED FARM PARTNERS HIPS 
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/o r purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective of stock relief for Registered Farm Partnerships is to allow the farm partnership 
to build up livestock levels and allow development of the farm business . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
  
Budget 2012 included a stock relief rate whereby farmers in registered partnerships are allowed a 
relief on income tax of 50% of the increase in value of trading stock and work -in-progress at the 
end of the accounting period over and above the opening value, for a four year period from the 
1 January 2012 up to the 31 December 2015 (renewed to the 31/12/2018). As outlined already 
certain young trained farmers in registered farm partner ships are allowed to claim a 100% stock 
relief from 2013 onwards, thus the 50% rate is available to all other categories of farmers 
participating in registered farm partnerships. The legal basis for the 50% stock relief was 
Commission Regulation (EC) 1535/ 2007 on the application of the EC Treaty to de minimis  aid in the 
sector of agricultural production, which sets out that the total de minimis  aid to any individual farmer 
shall not exceed €15,000 over any three year period. (as the EU Agri De Minimis  Regul ation was 
updated – EC 1408/2013).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
A tax deduction applies in respect of increases in the value of farm trading stock.  The relief takes 
the form of a deduction from farming profits.  The deduction is 50% of the increase in value of trading 
stock for a partner in a Registered Farm Partnership.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The total amount budgeted is €0.003 million . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 1 January 2012 to the 31 December 2018 . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
60  STOCK  RELIEF FOR  YOUNG TRAINED F ARMERS  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective of stock relief for Young Trained Farmers is to allow the farm to build up livestock 
levels and allow development of the farm business . 
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Budget 2012 included a stock relief rate whereby farmers in registered partnerships are allowed a 
relief on income tax of 100% of the increase in value of trading stock and work -in-progress at the 
end of the accounti ng period over and above the opening value, for a four year period from the 
1 January  2012 up to the 31 December 2015 (renewed to the 31/12/2018). The legal basis for the 
scheme is under section 667B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997  
 
4. Form of the subs idy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
  
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
A tax deduction applies in respect of increases in the value of farm trading stock.  The relief takes 
the form of a deduction from farming profits.  The deduction is 100% of the increase in value of 
trading stock for a qualifying young farmer.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The total annual amount budgeted a mount is €1.4 million . 
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 1 January 2012 to the 31 December 2018 . 
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  8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of prod uction, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
 
61  CAPITAL GAINS TAX FO R FARM RESTRUCTURING   
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The policy objective is to facilitate sales, purchases and swaps of land parcels to ensure more efficient 
and less fragmented farm structures.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subs idy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The legal basis for the scheme is under section 667B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
Relief is only available to claimants who are issued with a Farm Restructuring Certificate by Teagasc 
and is given by a tax concession.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, t he total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
CGT relief for farm restructuring provides 100% relief for farm restructuring and parcel swaps with 
certain conditions to ensure a more efficient and less fragmented farm holding arises.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme operates from 1 January 2013 and 31 December 2019.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports a nd exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
  None Available . 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year precedi ng the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on trade.  
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  62  SUCCESSION FARM PART NERSHIP  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 
2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The Policy objective is to encourage farmers to transfer the farm business to their identified farming 
successor (s).  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
Succession farm partnerships are a new income tax incentive under Section 667D of the Taxes 
Consolidation Act 1997. This incentive can be availed of for the 2017 and subsequent income tax 
years. It applies only to partnerships that are registered on the register of s uccession farm 
partnerships maintained by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM).  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
Tax concession . 
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
It applies only to partners hips that are registered on the register of succession farm partnerships 
maintained by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM).  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
Relief is available by way of an annual tax credit worth up to €5,000 per annum for a five year 
period.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme  began in June 2017 and is ongoing.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are availab le; 
  None Available  
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to have an impact on  trade.  
 
63  COLLABORATIVE FARMIN G GRANT SCHEME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
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  2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
The purpose of the scheme is to encourage best practice in relation to the establishment of farm 
partnerships. Collaborative arrangements are desirable to encourage sustainable expansion of the 
sector.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Collaborative Farming Grant S cheme was introduced under the new Rural Development 
Programme 2014 -2020 to encourage farmers, who are establishing farm partnerships, to adopt best 
practice by engaging the help of experts when drawing up the farm partnership agreement. The 
grant is aimed  at covering part of the legal, advisory and financial services costs incurred in the 
drawing up of the Partnership Agreement.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. ) 
 
The subsidy is in the form of a grant which covers up to 50% o f the cost of engaging professional 
advisory services such as solicitors or accountants up to a ceiling of €2,500 per application to the 
DAFM register of farm partnerships.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided  
 
The grant is paid on application to pa rticipants of the DAFM register of farm partnerships.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
The maximum subsidy per unit is €2,500.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
The scheme, which launched in July 2015, is operated in tranches that run every six months and is 
open to any newly established registered farm partnerships that have entered onto the register in 
the previous six months.  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possib le, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ): 
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are ava ilable;  
N/A. 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
  Not considered to impact on trade . 
 
64  DAIRY MILKING SKILLS  PROGRAMME  
1. Period covered by the notification  
 
2018. 
 G/SCM/N/343/EU/Add.14  
 
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  2. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy  
 
Following the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 'Health Check' of 2008 when greater emphasis was 
placed on encouraging new entrant s into dairying and new Schemes were introduced to facilitate 
this encouragement, many farmers who converted from other enterprises to dairying or employed 
additional labour would not necessarily have engaged with the most up to date skills in the milking 
process.  
 
A deterioration in milking skills has been identified by the main stakeholders in the industry namely 
Teagasc , Animal Health Ireland (AHI) and the Farm Relief Services (FRS) as the biggest threat to 
ensuring sustained top quality milk, as production increases with the abolition of milk quotas.  
 
3. Background and authority for the subsidy (including identification  of the legislation under 
which it is granted ) 
 
The Minister and Department considered it worthwhile to support the Quality and Qualifications 
Ireland (QQI) accredited programme drawn up by Teagasc, AHI and FRS to address the milking skills 
deficit and con sequently agreed to make a part contribution to the course costs being paid for those 
applicants who successfully complete the course.  
 
4. Form of the subsidy (i.e., grant, loan, tax concession, etc. )  
 
Payment to FRS in respect of each applicant who succe ssfully completed the course.  
 
5. To whom and how the subsidy is provided   
 
To those certified as having completed the course – paid to FRS for distribution to successful 
applicants.  
 
6. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total a mount or the annual 
amount budgeted for that subsidy  
 
50% of course cost (i.e. €250) for max 400 participants = €100,000.  
 
7. Duration of the subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it, including date of 
inception/commencement  
 
Started in 2014/201 5 (no repeat applicants accepted).  
 
8. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of the subsidy. The specific 
nature and scope of such statistics is left to the judgement of the notifying Member. To the 
extent possible, relevant and/or determinable, however, it is desirable that such information 
include statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports of the subsidized 
product(s) or sector(s ):  
 
(a) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;  
N/A. 
(b) for a previous representative year, which, where possible and meaningful, should be 
the latest year preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major 
change in the subsidy.  
Not considered to impact on trade.  
 
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