'Farmers in Cork and Kerry are there are just waiting for the go ahead from us here in Cavan'

The deal has been criticised by politicians and farm organisations.

'The dairy herd is very efficient at the minute for their milk traits'

Senator Murphy believes farmers should be compensated.

Gerry O'Reilly says a TB outbreak is critical to the viability of a farm.

'Slurry should not be spread within 5m of water courses'