Andrew Doyle (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy outlined many issues in the beef sector. On the specific issue of trimming, I understand from my colleague, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Deputy Creed, that the Department is providing additional resources for on-the-floor monitoring of the current situation. He has asked to be kept appraised. It is unacceptable if excess trimmings are being taken from animals, particularly at this time when prices are under pressure. I will get an update for the Deputy from the Minister and the Department.

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