Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (Ireland) (DAFM)

In carrying out its mandate the Department undertakes a variety of functions including:

• Policy advice and development on all areas of Departmental responsibility.
• Representation in international especially EU and national negotiations.
• Development and implementation of national and EU schemes in support of Agriculture, Food, Fisheries, Forestry and Rural Environment.
• Monitoring and controlling aspects of Food Safety.
• Control and audit of public expenditure under its control.
• Regulation of the agriculture, fisheries, and food industries through national and EU legislation.
• Monitoring and controlling animal and plant health and animal welfare.
• Monitoring and direction of State Bodies engaged in the following areas - research training and advice - market development and promotion- industry regulation and development- commercial activities.
• Direct provision of support services to Agriculture, Fisheries, Food and Forestry.