20% of direct payments to farmers under the new Common Agricultural Policy will be reliant on them implementing environmentally friendly schemes.
The decision was made last night by Agriculture Ministers from member states last night in Luxembourg.
The new policy in-full will come into force in January 2023.
Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has said it is welcome progress and allows the EU Parliament to begin negotiations on a final package.
Wicklow Delegates Add Voice to Dáil na nÓg 2026 at Leinster House
Dáil na nÓg is an initiative of the Department for Children, Disability and Equality and was first established in 2001.
Wicklow Landowners Urged To Exercise Caution With Pesticides This Season
Wicklow farmers, landowners, local authorities and amenity partners are urged to use best practice when maintaining their lands
Tánaiste Simon Harris Announces €332,100 in Flood Protection Funding for Wicklow
Eight local authorities will benefit from an almost €7 million national package announced today in the wake of Storm Chandra.
Local TD Calls Out Wicklow County Council's Efforts In Tackling Dereliction In Arklow
Malcolm Byrne is unhappy at the apparent lack of effort from Wicklow County Council in tackling ongoing issues of dereliction in Arklow while contrasting that with work in his Wexford
Wicklow Producers Invited to Enter Blas na hÉireann Food Awards
Eight Co. Wicklow food producers won prestigious awards last year. The closing date for applications is Thursday 14th May
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