ieExplains: What next as Mercosur deal is approved

Vote on the key trade agreement comes down to the wire
ieExplains: What next as Mercosur deal is approved

ICSA protest against the Mercosur Trade Deal outside Leinster House.

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 - 09:33
Zoe Geary

What is Mercosur?

The Mercosur trade deal is a proposed trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Continue reading for €5

Unlock unlimited access and exclusive benefits

More in this section

Irish food production 'hurtling' towards breakdown as costs rise Irish food production 'hurtling' towards breakdown as costs rise
Sheep, Scottish Blackface, Swaledale rams in Springtime. Two fine rams with magnificent curly horns, facing front in green mead National Sheep Welfare Scheme worth €22m now open
Warning that shortage of eggs on supermarket shelves now a reality Warning that shortage of eggs on supermarket shelves now a reality
#Farming - Beef and Sheep#Farming - Agribusiness#Farming - Rural Life#IEexplains#Irish Examiner Instagram#Mercosur
<p>Farmers must submit their 2026 Nitrates Derogation applications before May 15.</p>

Online derogation and dairy banding systems open

READ NOW

Farming

Newsletter

Keep up-to-date with all the latest developments in Farming with our weekly newsletter.

Farming

Newsletter

Keep up-to-date with all the latest developments in Farming with our weekly newsletter.
Paula Hynes

Paula Hynes

Hoofing it

Latest

Stay connected. Download our mobile apps on  iPhone App Android App
Subscription App
Live NewsePaper

Revoiced

Newsletter

Sign up to the best reads of the week from irishexaminer.com selected just for you.

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited