Horse meat scandal - Delays hit reputation

Ireland is Europe’s largest beef exporter and tens of thousands of jobs are utterly dependent on the trade.

An expanding food sector is considered central to job creation and any economic revival.

These are high stakes and anything that threatens that potential must be confronted. We have spent decades and millions building a justified reputation for producing premium beef and lamb, a commitment that is recognised by growing market share and a priceless, enviable reputation.