Beef industry could reap benefits of technology

THE Irish beef industry, which recorded exports valued €1.19bn last year, could benefit substantially from new technology being developed at the Teagasc National Food Centre.

Beef industry could reap benefits of technology

Hot boning and an improved system of packing has the potential to enhance the tenderness of beef, cut processing costs and deliver a more uniform product to the consumer.

These developments will be closely watched by the Irish beef industry, which is coming under increasing pressure to reduce costs, rationalise operations and develop a product that is being sought by consumers in high value markets with demanding lifestyles.

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