An application to get protected EU recognition for Irish grass-fed beef has been delayed after an objection from the British government
Ireland has been seeking special"Protected Geographical Indication" status for Irish cattle, reared on 90% grass that spends at least 220 days a year on pasture lands.The Ulster Farmers Union objected to this omission as the success of the application might prevent them describing their cattle as"Irish grass-fed."
The EU Commission then informed Mr McConalogue it would be possible to include an application for Northern Ireland during a late EU/third country objection phase of consultation which began last December.
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