Donegal Town Community Chamber to benefit from €12,826 funding allocation

Donegal Town Community Chamber is one of 17 local agri-food tourism projects that has been allocated funding under the 2024 Rural Innovation and Development Fund.

The Donegal initiative is receiving €12,826 from the fund  operated by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Announcing the funding at Donegal Castle, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Minister McConalogue said:

“It is great to be able to support these initiatives in the agri-food tourism sector and build on progress already made. There is great interest from across the country this year which highlights the development of agri-food tourism and its importance to communities. Our 10-year roadmap for the agriculture sector, Food Vision 2030, highlights the natural synergy between agri-food and local tourism.”

“Agri food tourism in rural areas 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. I am delighted to announce the successful projects which have secured funding,” the minister added.