Published on Friday15thNovember2013
Hayes announces 2014 grant scheme for development of Commercial Horticulture Sector
In the picture are John Foley, Kilbrush Nurseries, Michael Galvin energy consultant, Matt Foley Kilbrush Nurseries, Ted Massey Inspector DAFM and Minister of State Tom Hayes during a recent visit to Kilbrush Nurseries, Rush, Co. Dublin
Minister of State Tom Hayes today launched the seventh round of the Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of the Commercial Horticulture Sector under the National Development Plan.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 10th January 2014 and only investments which commence after the issue of the respective letter of approval will be eligible for aid. The Scheme is open to all horticultural sectors – protected crops, nursery crops, field vegetables, soft fruit, apples, beekeeping and mushrooms. It will provide grant aid, at a rate of 40% (50% in the case of qualifying young farmers) for approved capital investments undertaken by 3rd October 2014.
Read the full press release here.