Talks with beef stakeholders on a reform in the beef sector have concluded last night, according to the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed.

Commenting on the closure of the talks, Minister Creed said: “After long and detailed negotiations, stakeholders have reached agreement on a wide range of very significant issues.”

The news comes following the media blackout that had been put in place for day three of the beef sector reform talks yesterday, Tuesday, August 20, in Co. Kildare.

Continuing, Minister Creed said: “Progress was made on important initiatives aimed at improving transparency along the supply chain, and improving communication between the industry and farmers.”

Concluding, Minister Creed said: “I wish to thank Michael Dowling for his excellent work in chairing the talks and all of the participants for the constructive engagement throughout the process.”