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INHFA calls for politicians to veto Mercosur deal
James Hanly
The proposed deal would allow for free trade between the EU and South American countries such as Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay.
5 November 2024 News
Farmers join forces for Mercosur protest
The ICSA were joined by IFA president France Gorman, the INHFA and The Irish Rural Organsiation for Tuesday's protest.
3 November 2024 News
China could set higher bar than EU for beef traceability
If China insists on lifetime traceability for beef imported from Brazil, it will have a higher standard than the EU.
Market Digest: stories from around the world
Brief news snippets from Australia, Britain, Germany and Argentina.
30 October 2024 World
Argentine beef exports to hit record levels
A combination of increased slaughterings, a collapsing currency and a sharp reduction in domestic consumption is expected to result in a 5% increase in beef sales off the Pampas in 2025.
20 October 2024 News
Mercosur trade deal looks inevitable
The Mercosur trade deal has been agreed since 2019, but it looks like it will begin the ratification process early in the incoming European Commission's term.
15 September 2024 News
Surge in Mercosur beef production
South American cattle production increased by more than the total annual kill in Ireland, with most of the increase in Brazil.
18 August 2024 News
Market Digest: stories from around the world
Brief news snippets from France, Vietnam, Egypt and Argentina.
7 August 2024 World
Market Digest: stories from around the world
Brief news snippets from India, Britain, Argentina and New Zealand.
10 July 2024 World
Dairy Trends: dairy markets continue to strengthen as weather disrupts supplies
The European spot market saw steady gains for most dairy commodities this week, writes Aidan Brennan
12 June 2024 Markets
Uruguay blocks factory deal
Competition authorities in Uruguay were not happy with Minerva Foods taking over three beef and sheep-processing factories in the country.
29 May 2024 News