Government of Ireland is urged to secure access to the beef market of China

Published 2021년 9월 14일

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The Brazilian government's decision to halt beef exports to China due to a BSE outbreak creates a significant opportunity for the Irish beef sector, according to Tim Cullinan, President of the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA). The IFA is urging the Irish government to act quickly to reinstate Irish beef exports to China, which surged in value by over 60% to €22.5 million in the first half of 2020. Irish farmers, known for their high production standards, could benefit from the growing demand for quality meat in the Chinese market, especially as Ireland has recently been recognized by the OIE as having negligible BSE risk status.

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IFA President Tim Cullinan said the decision by the Brazilian authorities to stop exports to China presents a huge opportunity for the Irish beef sector. “The Prime Minister and the Minister of Agriculture must now redouble their efforts to secure an immediate return of Irish beef to the Chinese market. We should be making the most of this decision by Brazil. It’s a chance to gain a foothold in a market where demand is growing for quality food,” he said. Brazil exported nearly 400,000 tonnes of beef to China in the first six months of this year, underlining the scale of the market that exists there.IFA Livestock Chairman Brendan Golden said the Chinese market for Irish beef for the first six months of 2020 had grown in value by over 60% to €22.5 million, compared to the previous year. This is a clear indication of the strength of demand and potential for Irish beef exports.“There’s huge demand for beef in China. It’s critical that Irish farmers who produce to the most exacting ...

Source: EuroMeat