The improved beef prices won’t cover the cost increases farmers face

The suggested 24-month slaughter target will be very difficult for some to achieve without moving to more intensive finishing systems

When you add in diesel prices, bale and pit plastic prices and many more increases, then it looks like a tough year ahead. Picture: David Creedon / Alamy Live News

What is the future of the Irish beef producer?

As we head towards 2022, it is apparent that input costs will be much higher than in previous years.