The Irish Farmers Association says it’s alarmed at reports of a deal to allow a major increase in the amount of South American beef imported into the EU.
The IFA says the move could mean lower standard beef for the consumer, and represents a major economic blow for farmers here.
The beef deal is part of a trade agreement being negotiated between the EU and the Mercosur group of South American countries.
IFA President Joe Healy says Europe doesn’t need more imports from countries like Brazil:
Mr. Healy also says the standard of beef from countries like Brazil is questionable:
The Taoiseach says he’ll raise concerns later about a new EU trade deal with Commission President Jean Claude Juncker.
