Sheep News
France remains a key export market for Irish sheepmeat, with exports to that market accounting for the largest share at 33%.
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The value of Irish sheepmeat exported in 2021 increased by 15% on 2020, which had also witnessed an increase of 12%.
Speaking on Irish sheepmeat exports, Seamus said that it has been a positive start to 2021 for Irish sheepmeat exports in value terms.
Shipments of Irish sheepmeat to the UK have fallen once again in February of this year - down 68% on the same period 12 months ago.
The weaker Sterling could impact on the price Irish lamb makes on its main markets, according to the AHDB.
