Pippa Hackett
Call for Proposals for an EIP on the theme of water quality.
Press Release Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Pippa Hackett has announced a Call for Proposals...
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Pippa Hackett
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Midlands small producers rank among the best in Ireland
The ‘Taking care of business’ show, hosted by RTÉ Late Late Show, was inspiring and my thanks to Ryan Tubridy and RTE for promoting small...
Pippa Hackett
Nov 26, 20222 min read
Minister Pippa Hackett announces water quality €60million scheme
PRESS RELEASE 26.11.2022 Minister Pippa Hackett announces €60million scheme to help farmers improve water quality At the Green Party...
Pippa Hackett
Nov 9, 20222 min read
Reports to address challenges related to peat supply in the Horticulture sector published
Press Release Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, and Minister of State with responsibility for...
Pippa Hackett
Oct 26, 20223 min read
'Thank you' to farmers who are embracing new schemes
In my speech yesterday in the Seanad, I spoke about the two new schemes my Department opened last week; these schemes are positive for...
Pippa Hackett
Oct 20, 20222 min read
Minister Hackett announces opening of Organic Farming Scheme to new entrants following huge interest
Applications can be made from today until 9th December Press Release Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the...
Pippa Hackett
Oct 13, 20222 min read
Food Vision 2030 Event
Press Release Taoiseach Micheál Martin today gave the keynote address at an event to discuss Food Vision 2030, the shared strategy for...
Pippa Hackett
Sep 28, 20224 min read
Record level of funding for the organic farming scheme secured in Budget 2023
Press Release Funding of €37m for the Organic Farming Scheme - an 80% increase on last year A 12% increase to €112m to fund the new...
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Sep 28, 202210 min read
13% Budget increase for Agriculture
Supports for farm families dealing with rising input costs in Budget 2023 Up to €500 million in funding in 2023 for agri-environment...
Pippa Hackett
Sep 21, 20223 min read
Ploughing Championships highlights huge interest in organics, biodiversity and renewable energy
Press Release 21 September 2022 The Green Party is back in Ratheniska for day two of the National Ploughing Championships 2022, where it...
Pippa Hackett
Sep 11, 20221 min read
Ballintubbert Gardens & House
It was such a pleasure to attend the launch of Ballintubbert Gardens and House’s stunning organic gardens today. Situated close to...
Pippa Hackett
Aug 30, 20229 min read
My address to ISCRAES 2022
Introduction I am delighted to join you today, and I would like to express my appreciation to the organisers for providing me with the...
Pippa Hackett
Aug 24, 20223 min read
For Peat’s Sake – Shifting Perspectives on Bogland
Opinion on the management of our boglands may vary but there is a widely held love for these distinct landscapes. In recent weeks I have...
Pippa Hackett
Jul 29, 20221 min read
Welcoming agreement on Sectoral Emission Ceilings
Yesterday, Government announced agreement on Sectoral Emission Ceilings. I want to acknowledge all those in Government, particularly...
Pippa Hackett
Jun 9, 20225 min read
Speech to Just Transition Conference Irish Rural Link Bridge House Tullamore
I have the honour of addressing two events here in Tullamore today – I stand in front of you offering opening remarks for this Just...
Pippa Hackett
Jun 8, 20227 min read
National Biodiversity Conference 2022 - Speech
This morning, I delivered a speech to the 2nd National Biodiversity Conference in Dublin Castle, and I'm delighted to share that with you...
Pippa Hackett
Jun 8, 20224 min read
Business for Biodiversity platform launches
Today, "Business for Biodiversity" a new initiative supported by KPMG, Gas Networks Ireland, Bord na Mona and Coillte was launched at the...
Pippa Hackett
Jun 7, 20223 min read
Minister Hackett welcomes silver medal for Organic Edible Garden at Bord Bia Bloom
Press release From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Published on 3 June 2022 The Minister of State with responsibility for...
Pippa Hackett
May 24, 20223 min read
Kerry Eco-Social Farming EIP
I was thrilled to launch the Kerry Eco-Social Farming European Innovation Partnership (EIP) yesterday in Co. Kerry. The Kerry Eco-Social...
Pippa Hackett
May 20, 20223 min read
Choose Nature with Every Choice you Make
As we come to the end of National Biodiversity Week 2022 I want to share some personal thoughts from recent days: This month celebrated...
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