Following a voted majority approval in Europe, a Mercosur deal between South American countries and the EU is moving on to the next phase, seeking European Parliament approval. With the farmers clearly opposing the deal, we took to the streets of Cork City to ask members of the general public whether they would eat meat imported from South America. Picture Chani AndersonVery few people we spoke to said they would be inclined to buy meat from South American countries. John O’Leary from Mallow said he’d be worried about the lack of traceability of meat products coming into Ireland from Mercosur countries. Picture Chani AndersonPatricia Rooney from Bishopstown simply said she wouldn’t even consider buying meat from South America as she considers Irish produce to be superior.

Source: Irish Examiner January 14, 2026 11:40 UTC