Teagasc event puts sheep profitability in spotlight

The outlook is very positive for the country’s €250m-a- year sheep sector, according to Minister of State Tom Hayes.

He was speaking ahead of Sheep2015, a national open day, which will be held at Teagasc Athenry on Saturday.

Mr Hayes said sheepmeat is a significant component of the agri-food sector with significant opportunities for Ireland to promote premium quality and sustainably produced lamb in international markets.