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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Animal protection, Plant protection Grants and direct payments Agriculture
2019: CONSERVATION OF PLANT AND ANIMAL GENETIC…
2019: CONSERVATION OF PLANT AND ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES GRANT AID SCHEME:
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 institutions 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.
Environment related objective
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.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: CONSERVATION OF PLANT AND ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES GRANT AID SCHEME:
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 institutions 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.
NGOs and Universities working on genetic resources
Type of measure
The subsidy is given in the form of project based direct grants.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Ongoing – 1996 to date.
Keywords
Conservation
Genetic
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Energy conservation and efficiency Grants and direct payments Agriculture
2019: SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AUTHORITY OF IRELAND:…
2019: SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AUTHORITY OF IRELAND: DAIRY FARM GRANT SCHEME:
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) administered a government funded scheme to support dairy farmers in implementing specific energy efficient technologies. The technologies (vacuum and milk pumps with variable speed drive (VSD)) were selected because they achieve significant, predictable energy and cost savings for farmers.
Environment related objective
• Encourage dairy farmers to invest in the energy saving technology associated with this incentive;
• Help dairy farmers reduce costs, increase profitability, and save energy;
• Promote the opportunity for Irish agricultural activities to achieve maximum energy efficiency and carbon savings.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AUTHORITY OF IRELAND: DAIRY FARM GRANT SCHEME:
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) administered a government funded scheme to support dairy farmers in implementing specific energy efficient technologies. The technologies (vacuum and milk pumps with variable speed drive (VSD)) were selected because they achieve significant, predictable energy and cost savings for farmers.
This scheme was open to dairy farmers supplying all major cooperatives and covering the full spectrum of dairy herd sizes.
Type of measure
The subsidy was provided in the form of a grant.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
The grant opened for applications 18th February 2019. The grant offer under this scheme was valid until 28 June 2019.
Keywords
Energy
Sustainable
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Sustainable agriculture management Grants and direct payments Agriculture
2019: FALLEN ANIMAL TSE SUBSIDY AND FALLEN FARM…
2019: FALLEN ANIMAL TSE SUBSIDY AND FALLEN FARM STOCK SCHEME
Environment related objective
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
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: FALLEN ANIMAL TSE SUBSIDY AND FALLEN FARM STOCK SCHEME
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.
Type of measure
A payment to animal collectors and to rendering companies.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
The present scheme commenced in January 2015 and is approved until the end of 2022. There was a fallen animal scheme prior to January 2015.
Keywords
Environment
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Sustainable agriculture management Grants and direct payments Agriculture
2019: BEEF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFICIENCY PILOT (BEEP)…
2019: BEEF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFICIENCY PILOT (BEEP) 2019:
This scheme is specifically aimed at further improving the carbon efficiency of beef production from the suckler herd. The Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot (BEEP) targets the weaning efficiency of suckler cows and calves by measuring the liveweight of the calf at weaning as a percentage of the cow's liveweight.
Environment related objective
To improve the carbon efficiency of beef production
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: BEEF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFICIENCY PILOT (BEEP) 2019:
This scheme is specifically aimed at further improving the carbon efficiency of beef production from the suckler herd. The Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot (BEEP) targets the weaning efficiency of suckler cows and calves by measuring the liveweight of the calf at weaning as a percentage of the cow's liveweight.
The programme is open to all suckler beef farmers who commit to completing the mandatory action required within the duration of the programme.
The funding will be paid directly to these farmers by The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (Ireland).
Type of measure
Grant.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of inception Feb 2019.
Keywords
Environment
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Sustainable agriculture management Grants and direct payments Agriculture
2019: BEEF EXCEPTIONAL AID MEASURE (BEAM): To…
2019: BEEF EXCEPTIONAL AID MEASURE (BEAM):
To provide temporary exceptional adjustment aid to farmers in the beef sector in Ireland.
N/A This measure was a one year programme to aid the financial sustainability of the beef farmer in Ireland in additional to its environmental provision.
Environment related objective
To aid the financial sustainability of the beef farmer in Ireland in additional to its environmental provision.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: BEEF EXCEPTIONAL AID MEASURE (BEAM):
To provide temporary exceptional adjustment aid to farmers in the beef sector in Ireland.
N/A This measure was a one year programme to aid the financial sustainability of the beef farmer in Ireland in additional to its environmental provision.
Primary Producers of Beef – Active Beef Farmers (but not agents or dealers).
The funding will be paid directly to these farmers by The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (Ireland).
Type of measure
Grant
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
The opening date for receipt of valid applications was 19 August 2019 and the closing date midnight on 8 September 2019.
Keywords
Environment
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Biodiversity and ecosystem Grants and direct payments Agriculture
2019: ANNUAL GRANTS TO IRISH NATIONAL BEEKEEPERS…
2019: ANNUAL GRANTS TO IRISH NATIONAL BEEKEEPERS FEDERATIONS 2019
Environment related objective
To incentivise Irish National Beekeepers Federations to help their associated members to pursue the craft of beekeeping to the highest standards and to also inform the general public about the environmental role that bees play in maintaining Irish bio-diversity and crop production.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: ANNUAL GRANTS TO IRISH NATIONAL BEEKEEPERS FEDERATIONS 2019
Irish National Beekeepers Federations
Type of measure
Direct grant payment to National Beekeeping Federations
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
The grant is a once-off payment
Keywords
Bio
Environment
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Biodiversity and ecosystem Grants and direct payments Other
2019: MARINE BIODIVERSITY SCHEME: The objective…
2019: MARINE BIODIVERSITY SCHEME:
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 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 collection of data to assess the impact of fisheries and aquaculture on biodiversity, and measures to restore and manage habitats and species.
Environment related objective
To promote good fisheries and aquaculture management and to protect biodiversity in marine habitats
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: MARINE BIODIVERSITY SCHEME:
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 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 collection of data to assess the impact of fisheries and aquaculture on biodiversity, and measures to restore and manage habitats and species.
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body
Type of measure
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Duration until the end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).
Keywords
Bio
Fish
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021
Biodiversity and ecosystem, Sustainable fisheries…
Biodiversity and ecosystem, Sustainable fisheries management
 Grants and direct payments Other
2019: BLUE GROWTH AND MARINE SPATIAL PLANNING…
2019: BLUE GROWTH AND MARINE SPATIAL PLANNING SCHEME:
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:
(...)
• 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.
Environment related objective
To sustainably develop Ireland's ocean economy and better understand the implications of climate change on ecosystem goods and services
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: BLUE GROWTH AND MARINE SPATIAL PLANNING SCHEME:
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:
(...)
• 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.
Direct payment to the Marine Institute, who is the specified public beneficiary body.
Type of measure
Grant aid
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Duration until the end of the EMFF Programme (latest 31 December 2023).
Keywords
Climate
Eco
Environment
Fish
Sustainable
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Sustainable fisheries management Grants and direct payments Fisheries
2019: SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE SCHEME This scheme…
2019: SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE SCHEME
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.
Environment related objective
To promote sustainable and organic aquaculture
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE SCHEME
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.
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh Mhara.
Type of measure
Grant aid
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Until end of Ireland's EMFF Operational Programme 2014-20 (latest 31 December 2023).
Keywords
Bio
Organic
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/372/EU/ADD.14 European Union: Ireland 2021 Sustainable fisheries management Grants and direct payments Fisheries
2019: SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES SCHEME: This scheme…
2019: SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES SCHEME:
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. (...)
Environment related objective
To promote sustainable fisheries
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2019: SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES SCHEME:
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. (...)
Direct payment to the beneficiaries, via Ireland's seafood development agency An Bord Iascaigh Mhara.
Type of measure
Grant aid
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Until end of Ireland's EMFF Operational Programme 2014 - 20 (latest 31 December 2023).
Keywords
Fish
Sustainable