IFA sanctions more blockades in meat price row

The IFA has sanctioned more meat factory blockades in its campaign to secure beef price increases.

The IDA’s executive council met in emergency session in Dublin last night — a meeting which was also attended by the National Livestock Committee.

IFA president Eddie Downey said they had a lengthy discussion about the price and specification issues that have to be resolved since 15,000 farmers mounted 24-hour blockades of meat plants.