A leading farming organisation claims the uncertainty over the agriculture ministry is 'a mess'.
Dara Calleary stepped aside from the position yesterday - just over a month after his predecessor, Barry Cowen, was sacked.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin says he'll hold the position himself until the Dáil resumes in three weeks' time.
ICSA national president Edmond Phelan says the situation's a farce.
