Seanad debates
Wednesday, 27 October 2010
Food Harvest 2020 Report: Statements
During the years this country has invested large amounts of money in agriculture, fishing and food research which has allowed Irish producers and food companies to build wide-ranging expertise, particularly in the key dairy and beef sectors. We export 85% of our dairy production and 90% of our beef production. The Food Harvest 2020 report provides a roadmap to guide the agrifood sector which is so important to the economy and inform its development by setting out a vision for smart green growth. The green element is important and Ireland has developed it through its policies. Our clean, green grass is a natural ingredient in the production of food. It is next to organic. We must be seen to produce food of high quality that is free of additives. This will become more important and it is good that we are in a position to be on top of this wave.
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