The EU Nitrates derogation was successfully extended yesterday subject to certain conditions.
Layers of bureaucracy around agriculture in the EU are impacting Midlands farmers.
That's the warning from Offaly TD Carol Nolan after the EU commission voted to extend Ireland's nitrates derogation to 2028.
It's subject to conditions such as following the 'nitrates directive' and reducing chemical fertilisers on holdings.
Deputy Nolan says the last thing farmers need is more paperwork:
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