Trevor Sargent (Dublin North, Green Party)

The marketing and processing scheme is designed specifically for small abattoirs and they will be favoured. The issue should not be confused with regard to exporting. We are discussing the standard and whether an abattoir exports is a matter for its marketing strategy. This concerns a standard which allows them to export if they are in a position to do so. It neither requires an abattoir to export nor distinguishes between exporting and non-exporting plants.

The craft butchers' association will be important in formulating the policy. I hope my visit to Wexford will bring the same level of reality which Deputy Doyle brought to the debate.

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