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 Parents Warned Over Baby Sleep Pillows
Public health experts says pillows, cushions and similar products should not be in a cot as they could suffocate your baby or cause baby to overheat.
Bray Retains 'Clean' Status Despite Slide in National Litter Rankings
Bray’s overall position remains stable in terms of cleanliness, but its previous top-of-table performance is now some distance away
Wicklow Power Past Tipperary To Reach Third Straight Tailteann Cup Quarter-Final
Garden men make light of the Aughrim mist to reach another Tailteann last eight duel
Man Withdraws Appeal Against Severity Of Sentence After Threatening To Kill Simon Harris And Family
Offender issued a letter of apology to Harris. A 50-year-old man expressed remorse in court and wished he had never sent the message to the former Taoiseach
Taylor Made For Ultimate Farewell - Katie Takes In Croker Before Big Announcement
Wicklow and Ireland will stand to acclaim the legendary Bray Bomber Katie Taylor in her farewell date in September in her dream setting of Croke Park
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