Debate contribution: Climate Change Targets: Agriculture and Agri-food

Debate contribution by Mrs Pam Cameron on 15 June 2026.

MLA: Mrs Pam Cameron
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 15 June 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Climate Change Targets: Agriculture and Agri-food
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5613603

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I thank the Minister for his answer. It will not be lost on him that our agri-food industry is a prized economic asset in Northern Ireland, supporting over 100,000 jobs. Therefore, his climate change aspirations need to strike an important balance between protecting the environment and ensuring that one of our most important sectors continues to grow, thrive and provide food security to our population. I feel that the industry is not convinced that his approach does that. Is it time for the Minister to adjust his sights on the climate targets?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3704/22-27.

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