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Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue TD, at the launch of the Summer of Food initiative in Monaghan with Val O’Kelly, left, from Subh Fraoc Bán and Adamson’s bar, Clones
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue TD has announced close on €300,000 in funding to 19 local agri-food tourism projects.
The funding is made available under the 2022 Rural Innovation and Development Fund through the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Minister McConalogue said:
“I am delighted to announce the successful projects which have secured funding in the Agri Food Tourism sector. It is great to be able to support these initiatives in the agri-food tourism sector and build on progress already made.
“There is a great geographical spread of projects this year which highlights the interest throughout the country. Our 10-year roadmap for the agriculture sector Food Vision 2030, highlights the natural synergy between agri-food and local tourism.
“I have backed this important sector and I will continue to back it as Minister for our food sector which is our greatest and most important sector.”
“I place a huge emphasis and importance on agri-tourism in rural areas as it allows our great food companies of all sizes to showcase their people, landscape, history and culture through agricultural produce, food and drink and local cuisine.”
“In addition, it provides opportunities for rural businesses, including farmers, producers and artisans, to develop their products and services, connect with the community and visitors and improve skills and best practice”.
Funding of €299,176 has been made available to the following successful initiatives:
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Foyle Harps supremo Gerry 'Doc' Doherty. Pic by Yom Heaney, nwpresspics
Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins with new signing Ryan Graydon. Pic courtesy of Kevin Morrison.
Dr Fergal Tuffy who cycled Mizen Head to Malin Head for charity.
Gallery: Foyle Cycling Club Mizen to Malin Cycle 2022
32 members of Foyle Cycling Club completed a challenging five-day cycle from Mizen Head to Malin Head on June 22.
They were raising money for two great local charities: Foyle Search and Rescue and HURT. All donations greatly appreciated.
Donations can be made HERE.
Photographs courtesy of Marcas Ó Murchú.
Fergal Tuffy of the the Foyle Cycling Club.
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