The Agriculture Minister says he will resist attempts to further link EU farm payments to eco-friendly schemes.
The bloc is negotiating the new Common Agricultural Policy, which will take effect in 2023.
Ireland has agreed to allow 20 per cent of CAP payments to be ring-fenced for environmental farm practices.
But Charlie McConalogue says he told other European agriculture ministers he's against increasing that to 30 per cent.
Greystones Mourns The Loss Of Beloved Adopted Son Johnny McEvoy
The Offaly-born balladeer, who made his home in Greystones and raised his family there, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday.
Harris Stands By Dole Crackdown Amid Opposition Ridicule
Tánaiste says he is acting for working families, but critics say the target is tiny and the timing cynical
Greystones-Based Judge Helps Select Winner Of Amhrán Na Laoch For Irish Radio
East Coast FM among radio stations backing the competition which produced a winner from County Louth
Wicklow Football Boss Hails Departing Stalwart Mark Kenny
Ballymanus forward Mark Kenny retires from Wicklow duty as Oisin McConville freshens up his panel and backroom for a Sam Maguire tilt
Two Arrested After Greystones Gym Burglary
The pair are expected before Bray District Court today.
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