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Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage. (28 Jan 2004)

Joe Walsh: The avian flu has not arrived.

Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage. (28 Jan 2004)

John Paul Phelan: .... It is very wrong that funding in this vital area has been cut over the past couple of budgets. Other speakers have spoken about consumer confidence in products. We are all aware of the bird flu currently in the Far East. A large volume of poultry meat from the Far East ends up being processed in Ireland. I am aware the EU has taken action to ensure that will cease while the infection...

Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage. (28 Jan 2004)

Peter Callanan: ...are being duplicated. Bord Bia has responsibility for exports, including horticultural products, whereas An Bord Glas has responsibility for the development of the horticultural industry. The avian flu was mentioned in the Seanad yesterday and it may be raised again today. I will ask the Minister to clear it up because there is some confusion about it.

Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Second Stage. (28 Jan 2004)

Noel Coonan: ...and pasta become more popular. The demand for pre-prepared organic produce has increased due to growing concerns and awareness among people of food-related health issues and food safety. The avian flu epidemic in Thailand is a current cause of concern. These changes present a monumental challenge to the horticulture sector. Producers and wholesalers alike need advice and assistance to meet...