Minister Heydon engages with EU counterparts on Commission’s ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, today discussed the European Commission’s ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’ with his counterparts at the monthly meeting of the Agri-Fish Council of Ministers in Brussels.

Minister Heydon said:

“The Vision is a reassertion of the vital role of the Common Agricultural Policy

for food production, farm incomes and the viability of rural areas. In my view it underlines the need to maintain and fund the Common Agricultural Policy.

“I also welcome that the Vision acknowledges the importance of the family farm model and the need to support its long-term viability.”

“There are a number of points in the Vision which will require further clarification. I will be engaging collaboratively with colleagues on these details over the time ahead.”

Minister Heydon concluded:

“I look forward to working closely with Commissioner Hansen and my EU counterparts to ensure that Ireland plays a constructive role in the design of the next CAP for the period after 2027, particularly in our role as EU Presidency in the second half of 2026.”

The Council also discussed approaches to rural proofing and reviewed market trends.