Return of Irish beef exports to China welcomed by Offaly politiciansOffaly politicians have been welcoming the news today (Monday) that Irish beef exports to China are set to resume. The Chinese market had been closed for Irish beef producers since September 2024, following the discovery of a case of BSE in a cow in Ireland. The development was welcomed by Offaly Fianna Fáil TD Tony McCormack and by the party's Midlands North West MEP Barry Cowen. "The confirmation today that the Chinese market will reopen for Irish beef is a very important and positive development for our farmers," said Deputy McCormack. Also welcoming the news, Barry Cowen noted that Irish beef exports were already performing strongly, with overall exports up 7% year-on-year.

Source: Irish Independent January 13, 2026 01:07 UTC