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Increase in Calls to DAFM Animal Welfare Helpline
On 27 November 2025, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon provided written responses to Questions 134 and 145 from Deputy Pádraig O’Sullivan. The questions addressed two areas.
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Surgical Artificial Insemination in Greyhounds – Consultation Results
Press Release: DAFM, 20 November 2025 The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine held a public consultation. The public consultation opened on 18 June 2024 and closed on 26 July 2024. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine would like to thank everyone who responded to this consultation. Below is a summary of…
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Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) announces €600,000 in breeding grants
The Breeding Grant Initiative is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine under National Breeding Services as delivered by HSI and offers support for breeding and production initiatives, classes and competitions at various equestrian shows and events.
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A Review of The Draft Programme for Government 2025
We have included a summary of the initiatives, as outlined by the Government, concerning animals, marine life, the environment and the justice system.
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Investigation Into Suspected Illegal “Cock Fighting” Event in Co. Monaghan, Saturday 27th July 2024
Issue Date: 29th July 2024 Gardaí are investigating a suspected animal welfare incident that occurred on the morning of Saturday 27th July 2024 in Co. Monaghan. At approximately 11am, Gardaí received a report of a suspected illegal “cock fighting” event allegedly taking place at a private residence in Emyvale. A large number of people fled…
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Horse Welfare Meeting – Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine – 26 June 2024
Topic: Welfare and treatment of horses and their traceability
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Public Consultation – Use of Shock Collars
The Use of Remotely Controlled Electronic Shock Collars in Dogs and Cats Deadline (extended): 16 February 2024 The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine are asking for submissions from the public. The use of remotely controlled electronic shock collars in dogs and cats has been banned in several European countries on the grounds of…