Cabinet approves €1.5m support scheme for sheep and goat farmers

The cabinet has approved the granting of financial support to the sheep and goat farming sector, aimed at boosting productivity and improving the long-term sustainability of livestock holdings.

According to a statement issued on Sunday, the scheme has a total budget of €1.5 million and seeks to encourage the adoption of modern reproductive management practices, including hormonal oestrus synchronisation.

The measures are intended to improve animal productivity, reduce the seasonality...