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Sheepmeat to be exported to South Africa following trade agreement
Friday, August 31, 2012
Ireland has reached an agreement with veterinary authorities which will allow for the exportation of Irish sheepmeat to South Africa.
Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney said the deal is a reflection of the strong rapport and trust between agricultural and veterinary authorities of both countries.
The trade deal came following consultations between the Department of Agriculture, the Irish embassy in South Africa and South African authorities.
Mr Coveney said the deal means Ireland now has access to the very valuable South African market for all meats, which should provide increased market opportunities for exporters.
"While the vast bulk of our sheepmeat is exported to the EU, there is increasing interest amongst the industry in exporting Irish sheepmeat to non-EU countries. South Africa has been highlighted as a priority market and I am delighted that this target market is now open to our exporters," he said.
He reiterated his commitment to obtaining increased global market access opportunities for Irish meat and meat products and said he would continue to work with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Bord Bia to this end.
The deal has also been welcomed by Paul Brady, the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers? Association sheep committee chairman.
"This is certainly a welcome development for the Irish sheep sector. More markets usually mean better prices for farmers, so this news will hopefully give the sheep trade a much-needed shot of confidence," he said.
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Source: http://feeds.irishexaminer.com/~r/iebusiness/~3/P6KViWGRh_k/
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