Young bull classification expected to change
“We are talking about introducing it in stages, having a warning period. The view of the industry and the IFA was that it should start with steers and heifers,” said Teagasc researcher Bernard Smyth. “Further negotiation will take place before the system is introduced for bulls.”
Teagasc director of research Dr Frank O’Mara said the factor that has caused most uncertainty and distrust among farmers is the poor price currently paid for beef.