Processors very cautious about quoting forward for cattle

The beef trade has been hit by Covid-19, in one of the most unpredictable market situations for some time, across the world.

Fri, 27 Mar, 2020 - 09:48

Martin Ryan

The beef trade has been hit by Covid 19, in one of the most unpredictable market situations for some time, across the world.

The closure of McDonalds restaurants in Ireland and the UK (Supermacs, Subway, Nando’s, Krispy Kreme and Starbucks are among others to close in Ireland this week) is serious for the beef sector.

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Farming Place: Ireland Place: UK Organisation: Covid-19 Organisation: Covid 19 Organisation: McDonalds Organisation: Supermacs Organisation: Subway Organisation: Nando’s Organisation: Krispy Kreme Organisation: Starbucks

<p>Specialised contractors will survey the affected area along sections of the Toem, Cappawhite and Cahernahallia tributaries of the upper Mulkear/Dead River catchment in the Cappawhite area and plan treatment. </p>

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