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Wexford County Council Imposes Fertilizer and Slurry Spreading Restrictions

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Wexford County Council has implemented regulations regarding agricultural practices in County Wexford. The application of organic fertilizers, excluding Farmyard Manure, is prohibited between October 1 and January 12. Slurry spreading is also banned during this period to mitigate the risk of nutrient runoff and protect water quality.

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These restrictions directly constrain farming operations in County Wexford by limiting the timing of fertilizer and slurry application. The council's actions are part of the broader government mandate to manage local environmental compliance. Minister Martin Heydon has acknowledged that weather conditions, such as drought, present significant challenges for farmers.

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  • Wexford County CouncilLocal government authority implementing agricultural regulations in County Wexford.
  • Martin HeydonMinister for Agriculture who promised continued monitoring of the sector.
  • governmentCentral government providing funding programs to the local council.

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