Michelle Mulherin (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Mr. Woods has addressed the issues comprehensively with the exception of the fact that the IFA's voice is not at the beef forum. Surely the IFA is a key stakeholder. There are complexities with regard to pricing and obstacles with regard to the power of the Minister to intervene in pricing. Surely the place for this to be discussed is at the table with the stakeholders where the IFA would be well able to advocate for farmers. This is not happening.