Trade talks put market for Irish beef sector at risk

The market for the €2bn Irish beef and livestock sector is being put at serious risk by ongoing EU/Canadian trade negotiations, says IFA president John Bryan.

The farmers’ group leader has written to Taoiseach Enda Kenny highlighting the serious concerns of Irish farmers.

He cautioned Mr Kenny that Canadian farmers will target Europe with “high-value steak cuts”, the prime revenue stream for Irish beef exports in Germany, France and other member states.