The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon has outlined the amount of funding given to each county under the traditional farm buildings grant scheme from 2015 to 2025.

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) co-funds the scheme under the Rural Development Programme, and it is administered by the Heritage Council.

According to Minister Heydon, the principal objective of the scheme is to ensure that traditional farm buildings, and other related structures that contribute to the character of the landscape, and are of significant heritage value, are conserved for active agricultural use.

He said: "The scheme has been successful in conserving over 1,000 traditional farm buildings, ensuring that these structures continue to tell the story of Ireland's agricultural and vernacular history for many generations to come.

"Emphasis is put on the use of traditional building techniques and materials, so the scheme not only conserves these buildings but also promotes sustainability and the conservation of skills and craftsmanship," Minister Heydon added.

In 2024 grant amounts varied between €4,000 and €30,000, according to Minister Heydon.

Minister Heydon explained that DAFM makes all grant payments on the scheme following certification by the Heritage Council.

A grant will not be for more than 75% of the cost of the works, with a maximum available grant for €30,000.

Minister Heydon noted that some grants will be for less than 75% of the cost of the approved works.

The table below shows the amount paid, per county, in the Farm Building Grant Scheme from 2015 to 2025.